00 / Grammar and structure
especially vs specially
Especially means 'particularly' or 'above all', while specially means 'for a specific purpose'.
01 / Side by side
Used for emphasis or to single out one thing.
The traffic is always heavy in the morning, especially on Monday.
Used when something is done for a specific reason.
This software was specially designed for small business owners.
02 / Watch out
Wrong: It is a beautiful day, specially now that the sun is out.Right: It is a beautiful day, especially now that the sun is out.
Wrong: I bought this gift especially for your birthday.Right: I bought this gift specially for your birthday.
03 / Remember
Especially = Extra. Specially = Specific.
04 / Quick check
Fill the gap with one of the two options.
- 1.
The fitness app designed a workout plan to help users recover from common running injuries.
- 2.
The production team built a set for the final scene of the hit streaming series.
- 3.
Commuting by electric scooter is becoming popular in the city among office workers avoiding traffic.
- 4.
She loves all kinds of music, but she is fond of jazz.
- 5.
The chef prepared a requested meal for the wedding guests.