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How to Say ‘Special’ in Simplified Chinese

特别

tè bié

[tèbié]

💬 Usage Tip: [特别] before a noun often means 'special' in the sense of featured or promotional, as in [特别优惠]. On its own in other sentences, it can also mean 'especially'.

Phrase Breakdown

特别

tè bié

[tèbié]

special

'特别' refers to something that is special or unusual.

Example

今天有特别的优惠。

There is a special discount today.

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