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especially
A2
adverb
Usage:
90%
particularly, notably
Translation: particularly, notably
Pronunciation: /ɪˈspɛʃəli/
Meaning: Used to single out one person, thing, or situation that is more important or relevant than others.

We use "especially" to show that something is more true for one thing than for others. It helps point to the most important part in a group.

I like fruit, especially apples.

She is good at sports, especially tennis.

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B1
adverb
Usage:
85%
above all, chiefly
Translation: above all, chiefly
Pronunciation: /ɪˈspɛʃəli/
Meaning: Used when showing that something is more true or more relevant in one situation than in others, often indicating an exception or a contrast.

"Especially" shows a special case or situation where something is more true than usual. It is used to give extra attention to one example or condition.

I like all animals, especially dogs.

Be careful, especially on icy roads.

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B2
adverb
Usage:
75%
in particular, indeed
Translation: in particular, indeed
Pronunciation: /ɪˈspɛʃəli/
Meaning: Used to emphasize and add force to a statement, often adding a reason or explanation.

"Especially" adds strong meaning to a part of a sentence. It shows what part is most important or interesting to the speaker.

I enjoyed the movie, especially the ending.

She works hard, especially when deadlines come.

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C1
adverb
Usage:
60%
notably, distinctively
Translation: notably, distinctively
Pronunciation: /ɪˈspɛʃəli/
Meaning: Used in formal or literary language to single out something as typical or characteristic, often to show a particular feature or quality.

In formal speech or writing, "especially" is used to point out a typical part of something or someone. It shows what makes them special or different.

The city is known for its art, especially the museums.

This plant grows everywhere, especially in dry areas.

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B2
adverb
Usage:
70%
in particular, specifically
Translation: in particular, specifically
Pronunciation: /ɪˈspɛʃəli/
Meaning: Used to introduce a comment that adds more information, often showing an extra reason or explanation related to the main idea.

"Especially" adds extra information to a sentence. It is used to show one part that is important or that explains more about the main idea.

He loves music, especially jazz and blues.

We should be quiet, especially during the lesson.

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C1
adverb
Usage:
55%
exceptionally, markedly
Translation: exceptionally, markedly
Pronunciation: /ɪˈspɛʃəli/
Meaning: Used in idiomatic expressions to mean ‘more than usual’ or ‘exceptionally’ in feelings, qualities, or situations.

"Especially" can express stronger feelings or qualities. It shows that something is more than normal or usual in a specific way.

She felt especially happy on her birthday.

The weather was especially cold last winter.

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