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Particularly

pə(r)ˈtɪkjələrli
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
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Spesielt, Særlig, I særlig grad

Particularly meanings in Norwegian

Spesielt

Example:
I particularly enjoy reading mystery novels.
Jeg liker spesielt godt å lese mysteriebøker.
She is particularly talented in music.
Hun er spesielt talentfull innen musikk.
Usage: InformalContext: Used when emphasizing a specific preference or talent.
Note: This is the most common usage of 'particularly' in English, indicating a specific emphasis on something.

Særlig

Example:
The weather was particularly bad yesterday.
Været var særlig dårlig i går.
He was particularly concerned about the project.
Han var særlig bekymret for prosjektet.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to highlight something that is notable or significant.
Note: This meaning is often interchangeable with 'spesielt', but can sometimes convey a stronger sense of importance or severity.

I særlig grad

Example:
She was affected particularly by the news.
Hun ble rammet i særlig grad av nyheten.
The policy will benefit particularly the low-income families.
Politikken vil særlig gagne lavinntektsfamiliene.
Usage: FormalContext: Used in contexts where something is impacted to a greater extent.
Note: This phrase is less commonly used in everyday conversation but is found in more formal writing or discussions.

Particularly's synonyms

Particularly expressions, common phrases

In particular

This phrase is used to specify a particular thing or person among others. It emphasizes the specific choice or preference.
Example: I enjoy all kinds of music, but I love rock music in particular.
Note: It adds emphasis to the specific aspect being referred to.

Especially

This phrase indicates a special preference or emphasis on a particular thing or person.
Example: I love all animals, especially cats.
Note: It indicates a stronger preference or emphasis compared to 'particularly.'

Notably

This phrase highlights a particular person or thing as being worthy of attention or notice.
Example: Many famous actors, notably Meryl Streep, attended the event.
Note: It emphasizes the significant or outstanding nature of the person or thing mentioned.

Specifically

This phrase indicates something done in a precise or exact manner, focusing on a particular detail or aspect.
Example: The instructions were specifically for the advanced class.
Note: It indicates a clear focus on a particular detail or aspect, often used for clarification.

Particularly so

This phrase is used to emphasize that something is especially true in a particular context or situation.
Example: I find classical music calming, particularly so on stressful days.
Note: It emphasizes the truth or significance of a statement, especially in a specific context.

Specifically speaking

This phrase is used to introduce a specific point or detail in a conversation or explanation.
Example: I can't eat spicy food, specifically speaking, I have a sensitive stomach.
Note: It is often used to introduce a more detailed or focused explanation.

Above all

This phrase indicates a higher priority or preference for a particular thing above others.
Example: I love all kinds of sports, but above all, I enjoy playing tennis.
Note: It emphasizes the topmost preference or priority among other choices.

Particularly everyday (slang) expressions

Particular

Used informally to refer to something specific or individual without being too definite.
Example: I'm not looking for any job in particular right now.
Note: Slang term retains the general idea but implies a more relaxed or casual tone.

Peculiarly

Used to describe something as strange, odd, or unusual.
Example: He was dressed rather peculiarly for the occasion.
Note: Slang term emphasizes the eccentric or abnormal nature of the described situation.

Partic'ly

Informal shortening of 'particularly', used in casual conversation.
Example: I'm partic'ly interested in the latest fashion trends.
Note: Slang term emphasizes informality and possibly speed of speech.

Specifical

Used informally to place emphasis on a specific detail or aspect of the topic.
Example: I want to know specifical(ly) why you made that decision.
Note: Slang term adds an extra emphasis on the specificity of the detail mentioned.

Partictly

Informal variation of 'particularly', denoting a strong preference or reason.
Example: It's partictly why I love living in this neighborhood.
Note: Slang term could denote a personal or emotional connection to the situation.

Particularly - Examples

I particularly enjoyed the second act of the play.
Jeg likte spesielt godt den andre akten av stykket.

Particularly grammar

Particularly - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: particularly
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): particularly
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Particularly Contains 5 syllables: par • tic • u • lar • ly
Phonetic transcription: pər-ˈti-kyə-(lər-)lē
par tic u lar ly , pər ˈti kyə (lər )lē (The red syllable is stressed)

Particularly - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
Particularly: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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