special

• Describe algo que es mejor, más grande o de algún modo diferente de lo ordinario o habitual; también puede referirse a algo particular o específico, o a una persona o cosa que se distingue por cualidades excepcionales.

Describes something that is better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual.

1. Distinctive or uniqueA1formal

   Better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual.

   especial, distintivo o único

   • She has a special talent for music.
   • This is a special occasion, so we should celebrate.
   • He received a special award for his bravery.

   Sinónimosdistinctiveexceptionalextraordinarynotableparticularremarkablesingularuncommonuniqueunusual

   Antónimosaveragecommongenericnormalordinaryregularstandardtypicalunremarkableusual

2. Designed for a particular purposeA2formal

   Intended for a specific function or person.

   especial, diseñado para un propósito particular

   • The restaurant offers a special menu for children.
   • We need special equipment for this experiment.
   • She has a special chair for her back pain.

   Sinónimosbespokecustomdedicatedparticularpurpose-builtspecializedspecifictailored

   Antónimoscommongeneralgenericordinarystandard

3. Exceptional or importantA2informal

   Having a particular importance or value.

   especial, extraordinario

   • You are very special to me.
   • This is a special day for our family.
   • He made me feel special with his kind words.

   Sinónimosexceptionalextraordinaryimportantnotableparticularremarkablesignificantunique

   Antónimosaveragecommonnormalordinarystandardtypicalunremarkableusual

• Sustantivo que denota algo inusual o fuera de lo estándar, a menudo destinado a un propósito o persona específica; también puede referirse a una oferta o característica particular que distingue a algo o alguien.

A noun referring to something that is not ordinary or usual, often designed for a particular purpose or person.

1. Discounted item or offerA2informal

   A product or service offered at a reduced price for a limited time.

   Oferta especial

   • Today's special is grilled salmon with vegetables.
   • The store has a special on all winter coats this week.
   • Check the menu for the daily specials.

   Sinónimosbargaindealdiscountofferpromotionreductionsalesteal

2. Unique or exceptional personB1informal

   A person who is regarded as extraordinary or particularly important.

   Persona especial

   • She's a special to me, my best friend.
   • He's no special; he's just like everyone else.
   • The teacher treated the gifted student as a special.

   Sinónimosnonpareiloriginalphenomenonprodigyrarity