Single out a person, thing or situation for emphasis.

The idea

Especialmente highlights one member of a group or a particular circumstance.

Examples

  • Me gustan los árboles, especialmente los olivos.I like trees, especially olive trees.
  • La ruta es hermosa, especialmente al amanecer.The route is beautiful, especially at dawn.
  • Agradecemos a todo el equipo, especialmente a quienes organizaron el evento.We thank the whole team, especially those who organized the event.
  • Este abrigo es útil especialmente en días de viento.This coat is useful especially on windy days.
  • Los niños disfrutaron del museo, especialmente de la sala de barcos.The children enjoyed the museum, especially the boat room.
  • Escucho música variada, especialmente jazz.I listen to varied music, especially jazz.

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Watch out

Especialmente does not exclude the rest of the group; it gives one part added emphasis.

Try it yourself

  1. Single out the pears: Me gustan las frutas, ___ las peras.

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    especialmente

    especialmente: pears are highlighted among the fruits.

  2. Single out the morning: El parque es tranquilo, ___ por la mañana.

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    especialmente

    especialmente: the morning is the notable time.

  3. Single out those who prepared the food: Gracias a todos, ___ a quienes prepararon la comida.

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    especialmente

    especialmente: the cooks receive particular thanks within the group.

Use it today

Name a group of things you like and single out one.