word
Special
SPEH-shuhl
/ˈspɛʃʌl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
special
Dictionary meaning
Surpassing what is common or usual or expected.
Examples
- We paid special attention to them.
- A special (or specific) role in the mission.
Synonyms: particular
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ih-FEM-er-ul
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uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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