特意

tèyì

adverb HSK 6 #7,321

Meanings

With special intention - doing something deliberately and thoughtfully.

HSK 2

他特意早起去买早餐。

Tā tèyì zǎoqǐ qù mǎi zǎocān.

He deliberately got up early to buy breakfast.

HSK 4

老师特意表扬了她。

Lǎoshī tèyì biǎoyáng le tā.

The teacher specially praised her.

HSK 5

他特意准备了一份详细的报告。

Tā tèyì zhǔnbèi le yí fèn xiángxì de bàogào.

He specially prepared a detailed report.

usage

特意 emphasizes deliberate intention behind an action. It often conveys thoughtfulness or care: 'I went out of my way to do this for you.'

特 tè

意 yì