No. 292 in Japanese
特に
"Especially" or "particularly."
In a sentence
私は特に日本料理が好きです。
I especially like Japanese cuisine.
In this sentence, 「特に」 is used to emphasize a preference or specific liking.
この時間帯は特に混雑します。
This time of day is particularly busy.
Here, 「特に」 indicates a notable consideration or characteristic at a specific time.
彼は特に努力が必要だ。
He needs to put in particular effort.
In this context, 「特に」 conveys the idea of emphasis, specifying where attention is required.
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