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especial

special

adjective ehs-peh-SYAHL Common
Descriptions & Qualities Quality

Origin: From Latin specialis, from species (kind, sort).

Also means

particular, specific

Usage Note

Especial is invariable for gender and adds -es in the plural. It can precede the noun (una especial atención) or follow it (una oferta especial), though post-noun placement is more common. The adverb form is especialmente. Do not confuse with específico (specific), which implies a precise referent rather than a quality of being exceptional.

Examples

"Hoy es un día muy especial para nuestra familia."

Natural Translation

Today is a very special day for our family.

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