particular kind

[/pərˈtɪkjələr kaɪnd/]
noun phrasepl: particular kinds
tipo particular / espécie particular / tipo específico
1. A specific category or variety of something; a distinct type distinguished by particular characteristics or qualities
This restaurant specializes in a particular kind of Italian cuisine.
Este restaurante se especializa em um tipo particular de culinária italiana.
2. Something belonging to a specific class or group that has unique or special properties
She has a particular kind of charm that attracts many people.
Ela tem um tipo particular de charme que atrai muitas pessoas.
The phrase 'particular kind' is used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese to distinguish specialized or unique items from general categories. In business and academic contexts in Brazil, it conveys precision and specificity. The phrase is relatively formal and is often used when explaining specialized distinctions or describing niche products and services.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
specific typeparticular typespecial varietydistinct categoryspecific varietyparticular variety
Antonyms / Antônimos
general kindcommon typeordinary variety

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tipo particular / espécie particular
Most commonly used in standard Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
tipo específico / sorte particular
Often used in formal or business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
tipo de / espécie de
More casual, often shortened forms used in speech
Portugal
tipo particular / espécie particular / género particular
Similar to Brazilian Portuguese; 'género' (genre) sometimes used instead of 'tipo'

Related Words

categoryclassificationtypevarietyspeciessort

Related Idioms & Phrases

a particular kind of magic
a particular kind of person
that particular kind of thing
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