B1adverblanguagework
US/ˈspeʃ.əl.i/
UK/ˈspeʃ.əl.i/
for one particular purpose or person, in a way made for that use
In context
These shoes are specially designed for people who stand all day.
The cake was specially made for her fiftieth birthday.
The bus is specially equipped to carry wheelchair users.
Words that go with specially
adverb + adjective
- specially designedThe room has a specially designed floor for dance classes.
- specially madeHe wore a specially made suit for the wedding.
- specially trainedSpecially trained dogs help find missing people.
- specially builtThe team works in a specially built laboratory.
- specially preparedGuests were served a specially prepared meal.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I love music, specially jazz.Correct: I love music, especially jazz.