특별히 vs 특히

“especially”: 특별히 or 특히?

Source-verified September 7, 2026. AI-assisted and checked against NIKL dictionary sources.

The quick answer

Treat them as synonyms here.

특별히

The selected entry lists 특히 as a synonym.

체격이 큰 승규는 친구들 사이에서 특별히 눈에 띈다.

Seunggyu, who has a large build, particularly stands out among his friends.

특히

The selected entry lists 특별히 as a synonym.

우리 과수원에서 재배하는 사과는 특히 달고 맛있다.

The apples grown in our orchard are especially sweet and tasty.

One useful caveat

The sources do not establish a register or emphasis difference.

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