How to Say ‘Special’ in Simplified Chinese
特别
tè bié
[tuh byeh]
💬 Usage Tip: [特别] before a noun means special in the sense of unusual or featured: [特别菜单], [特别活动]. On its own before adjectives or verbs, it can also mean "especially," as in [特别好].
Phrase Breakdown
特别
tè bié
[tuh byeh]
special
Describes something different from the regular offering, like a special menu or promotion.
今天有特别推荐。
There are special recommendations today.
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