How to Say ‘Special’ in Traditional Chinese
特別
tè bié
[tèbié]
💬 Usage Tip: 特別 can mean special, but before 的 it often just means particular/specific too: 有沒有特別的計劃？ = any particular plans? Not only something grand or unusual.
Phrase Breakdown
特別
tè bié
[tèbié]
special
Particular or distinct from the usual or normal.
今天是個特別的日子。
Today is a special day.
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