特に
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Adverb used to emphasize or single out something specific. It modifies verbs, adjectives, or nouns to highlight a particular aspect. Example: 『特に難しい』 (tokuni muzukashii, 'particularly difficult').
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are browsing a bookstore in Tokyo, discussing their reading preferences and favorite genres.
特に
とくに
particularly
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Memory Hook
Think of 'toku' as 'taco' — you particularly love tacos! 'Taco' + 'ni' → you particularly want one. 'Toku-ni' → 特に (tokuni, 'particularly').
Cultural Note
『特に』 (tokuni) is commonly used in Japanese conversations to emphasize a point, such as in recommendations or preferences, e.g., 『特に好きです』 (tokuni suki desu, 'I particularly like it'). It adds focus in both casual and formal speech.
Forms
Base: 特にAdverb used to emphasize or single out something specific. It modifies verbs, adjectives, or nouns to highlight a particular aspect. Example: 『特に難しい』 (tokuni muzukashii, 'particularly difficult').