Japanese

とくべつ
Meaning: special; particular; extraordinary
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjectival noun, Adverb

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Example sentences

今日は特別な日なので、レストランで食事をしました。
Today is a special day, so we had a meal at a restaurant.
このようなケースでは、特別な対応が必要になります。
In such cases, special measures are required.
彼女は部屋に入ってきた瞬間、特別なオーラを放っていた。
The moment she entered the room, she radiated a special aura.
この箱には特別な仕掛けがある。
This box has a special mechanism.
この場合、特別な対応が必要です。
In this case, special handling is necessary.

Usage Notes

Used to describe something that is distinct from the ordinary or general case. It can function as a noun, an adjectival noun (na-adjective), or an adverb.

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