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especially

UK //ɪˈspeʃəli//US //ɪˈspeʃəli//

词源

源自中古英语 'especialli',由 'especial'(特别的)加副词后缀 '-ly' 构成,最终源于拉丁语 'specialis'(特殊的)。

adverb

❶ 特别地,尤其。用于强调某事物在同类中更为突出或重要,通常指出特定情况或对象。

“I love all fruits, especially mangoes.”

(我喜欢所有水果,尤其是芒果。)

“She is talented in many areas, especially in music.”

(她在许多领域都有才华,尤其是在音乐方面。)

同义词:particularly, notably, specifically

常见短语

especially for — 专门为某事物或某人设计或准备,强调针对性。

“This program is especially for beginners.”

(这个项目是专门为初学者设计的。)