Spéciaux (en. Specials)
/spe.sjɔ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Different from what is ordinary or usual.
These products are reserved for special customers.
Ces produits sont réservés aux clients spéciaux.
Refers to something specific, often related to an event.
We have a special menu for the holidays.
Nous avons un menu spécial pour les fêtes.
Worthy of attention or requiring special consideration.
He received special treatment because of his situation.
Il a eu un traitement spécial en raison de sa situation.
Etymology
From Latin 'specialis', meaning 'particular' or 'distinct'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
special studies
Specialized training.
études spéciales
special offer
Ongoing promotion or discount.
offre spéciale
special needs
Specific requests or requirements.
besoins spéciaux
Related Words
specialized
Who has received specific training.
specialisé
specialty
Particular area of expertise.
spécialité
specificity
Characteristic unique to something.
spécificité
Slang Meanings
A bit crazy or eccentric.
This guy is really special in the way he speaks.
Ce gars, il est vraiment spécial dans sa manière de parler.
A person with unusual tastes or interests.
She has a special lifestyle that no one understands.
Elle a un style de vie spécial que personne ne comprend.