especial

[ɪˈspeʃəl (English) / ɛʃpɛˈsjaʊ̯ (Portuguese)]

adjectivepl: especiais

special

1. distinguished by some particular quality; being in some way superior

This wine has a special flavor.

Este vinho tem um sabor especial.

2. designed or intended for a particular purpose or occasion

We need special equipment for this task.

Precisamos de equipamento especial para esta tarefa.

3. belonging exclusively to a particular person or group

That's my special friend.

Esse é meu amigo especial.

4. of particular value; deserving or receiving particular attention

She has a special talent for music.

Ela tem um talento especial para música.

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General Brazilian

especial

standard usage throughout Brazil

São Paulo

especial

commonly used in formal and informal contexts

Portugal

especial

standard usage; also 'particular' is commonly used as alternative

de especial interesse (of special interest)

ter um lugar especial (to have a special place)

atenção especial (special attention)

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