Cool MateMeaning of Especially
In simple words: More than usual; particularly.
Especially in a sentence
- I enjoy all kinds of music, especially jazz.
- She is especially talented in painting.
- I love the summer, especially when it’s sunny.
- He didn't like the movie, especially because of the slow plot.
- Students find math difficult, especially algebra.
How to use Especially
Used to highlight a specific example or situation. Common in both spoken and written English but may sound overly formal in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'especially' as 'extra special' to remember its emphasis.
Related words
Collocations with Especially
- especially important
- especially interesting
- especially for you
- especially relevant
- especially helpful
Synonyms for Especially
Opposites of Especially
- especially not
- not particularly
Common mistakes with Especially
- Often misused as 'especial' which is incorrect.
- Confused with 'specially', which has different meanings.
- Used in negative contexts where it can sound awkward.
Especially appears in
Especially in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
خصوصاً
أكثر من المعتاد؛ بشكل خاص.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বিশেষ করে
সাধারণের চেয়ে বেশি; বিশেষভাবে।
- GermanDeutsch
Besonders
Mehr als üblich; insbesondere.
- SpanishEspañol
Especialmente
Más de lo habitual; particularmente.
- Persianفارسی
مخصوصا
بیشتر از حد معمول؛ به طور خاص.
- FrenchFrançais
Surtout, Particulièrement
Plus que d'habitude ; particulièrement.
- Hindiहिन्दी
खासकर
आम तौर पर से ज़्यादा; विशेष रूप से।
- ItalianItaliano
Soprattutto, Specialmente
Più del solito; in particolare.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Especialmente
Mais do que o normal; particularmente.
- RussianРусский
Особенно
Больше обычного; в частности.
- Urduاردو
خاص طور پر، خصوصاً
عام سے زیادہ؛ خاص طور پر۔
- Chinese中文
尤其
比平常更多；特别。
More words like Especially
People also search for
- Especially meaning
- meaning of Especially
- Especially definition
- define Especially
- what does Especially mean
- Especially means
- how to use Especially
Frequently asked questions about Especially
What does Especially mean?
More than usual; particularly.
What is the definition of Especially?
more with one person, thing, etc. than with others, or more in particular circumstances than in others
How do you use Especially in a sentence?
I enjoy all kinds of music, especially jazz.
Can you give another example of Especially?
She is especially talented in painting.
What are synonyms for Especially?
Common alternatives include particularly.
What is the opposite of Especially?
Opposite meanings include especially not, not particularly.
What words go with Especially?
It commonly pairs with especially important, especially interesting, especially for you, especially relevant, especially helpful.
What are common mistakes when using Especially?
Often misused as 'especial' which is incorrect. Confused with 'specially', which has different meanings. Used in negative contexts where it can sound awkward.
How do you pronounce Especially?
US: /["/ɪˈspeʃəli/"]/, UK: /["/ɪˈspeʃəli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Especially?
Used to highlight a specific example or situation. Common in both spoken and written English but may sound overly formal in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Especially?
"Especially" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.