英語

specifically

gb/spɪsˈɪfɪkli/ us/spɪsˈɪfɪkli/
B1 英語
~ 2400
語義
0件の語義
adverb B1 property
1

Exactly and precisely

In a way that is exact and clear, not general.

用法パターン: to refer specifically to [something]
よくある間違い:
Learners sometimes confuse 'specifically' with 'especially'. 'Specifically' means in a precise way, while 'especially' means 'more than others' or 'particularly'.
類義語
precisely (Very close in meaning; can sometimes sound slightly more formal or technical.) | exactly (Common synonym; often used more casually than 'specifically'.)
対義語
generally (Means broadly or usually, the opposite of focusing on exact detail.) | vaguely (Means without clear details, the opposite of being specific.)
コロケーション
specifically designed |specifically mentioned |specifically for |meant specifically |specifically address
テーマ
communication |clarity |core_vocabulary
例文
  • The manager spoke specifically about the need for better communication.
  • This course is designed specifically for beginners.
  • She asked specifically if you would be at the meeting.
  • The rule applies specifically to online transactions.
  • He mentioned your name specifically during the discussion.
学習者向け例文
  • This book is made specifically for children.
  • I want to talk specifically about your idea.
  • The teacher spoke specifically to me.
  • This room is used specifically for meetings.
adverb B1 relation
2

For a particular purpose or person

Only for one person, thing, or purpose, not for others.

用法パターン: made specifically for [someone/something]
よくある間違い:
Learners sometimes use 'special' instead of 'specifically', but 'special' is an adjective, not an adverb.
類義語
exclusively (Stresses that something is only for one person or group.) | solely (Emphasizes that there are no other purposes or recipients.)
対義語
generally (Means for most people or cases, not just one.)
コロケーション
specifically for you |specifically tailored |specifically created |specifically intended
テーマ
daily life |customization |communication |core_vocabulary
例文
  • This software was developed specifically for small businesses.
  • We chose this venue specifically because it has wheelchair access.
  • She called specifically to thank you.
  • These shoes are made specifically for running on trails.
学習者向け例文
  • This chair is made specifically for tall people.
  • I came here specifically to see you.
  • He bought the gift specifically for her.
  • This bag is designed specifically for travel.
文法
辞書形
specifically
IPA
GB/spɪsˈɪfɪkli/
US/spɪsˈɪfɪkli/
音節・強勢
spe - cific - ally (3音節)
Stress on 2nd syllable (cific)
活用形
Noun
  • Base: specifically
  • Plural: specificallies
関連語
Forms
specificallies noun
Core family
specify verb A1 specific adjective B1
Related words
specification noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
nonspecific adjective general adjective B1 generally adverb B1
Advanced or less common
specificity noun
表現

ask specifically for

1
/ˈæsk spɪsˈɪfɪkli fɚ/
fixed phrase

Request something exact by name/description

To say clearly what you want when asking.

例文
  • If you want soy milk, you need to ask specifically for it.
  • She asked specifically for a quiet room away from the street.

more specifically

1
/mˈɔɹ spɪsˈɪfɪkli/
fixed phrase

In a more precise way

Used to give a clearer or more exact explanation.

例文
  • I enjoy outdoor activities; more specifically, I like hiking and cycling.
  • The meeting is about safety—more specifically, fire safety.

quite specifically

1
/kwˈaɪt spɪsˈɪfɪkli/
fixed phrase

Very exactly and clearly

In a very clear and exact way.

例文
  • He told me quite specifically not to touch anything.
  • She asked quite specifically for the blue folder.

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