No. 11,816 in French
spécialité
Specialty; area of expertise or a characteristic product of a place.
In a sentence
La spécialité de ce chef est la cuisine française.
The specialty of this chef is French cuisine.
Here, 'spécialité' is used to indicate an area of expertise or focus, specifically the chef's main style of cooking.
Cette université est réputée pour ses spécialités en sciences.
This university is renowned for its specialties in sciences.
In this instance, 'spécialité' refers to areas of academic or professional focus, highlighting the strong departments or programs in sciences of the university.
Il a choisi la pâtisserie comme spécialité dans ses études culinaires.
He chose pastry as his specialty in his culinary studies.
Here, 'spécialité' is used to designate the specific area of study or skill the individual decided to focus on during his education in cuisine.
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