# special vs specially

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### special
*adjective · IPA /ˈspɛʃ.əl/ · frequency rank #460*
Distinguished by a unique, particular, or unusual quality.

### specially
*adverb · IPA /ˈspɛʃəli/ · frequency rank #7,064*
For a special purpose, person, or occasion.

## Source
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