Particular

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /pərˈtɪkjələr/

Definitions of particular

noun a noun is a person, place, thing, or idea, in this case 'particular' can also be used as a noun to refer to a specific item or detail

Example Sentences

A1 I need a particular type of pen for my art project.

A2 She has a particular way of doing things that works for her.

B1 The shop sells various types of tea, but I'm looking for a particular blend.

B2 His particular interest in ancient history led him to pursue a career in archaeology.

C1 The artist's work is known for its particular attention to detail and precision.

C2 The chef's particular expertise in French cuisine has earned him a Michelin star.

adjective an adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'particular' is used to describe something specific or distinct

Example Sentences

A1 I have a particular favorite color.

A2 She is very particular about the way her clothes are folded.

B1 The chef paid particular attention to the presentation of the dish.

B2 He has a particular talent for playing the piano.

C1 The artist's work is known for its particular style and technique.

C2 The detective noticed a particular detail that led to solving the case.

Examples of particular in a Sentence

formal In this particular case, we need to carefully analyze all the evidence before making a decision.

informal I don't have a particular preference for where we eat tonight, I'm easy either way.

slang That particular movie was lit, I can't wait to watch it again!

figurative She has a particular way of handling difficult situations, always staying calm and collected.

Grammatical Forms of particular

past tense

participated

plural

particulars

comparative

more particular

superlative

most particular

present tense

particular

future tense

will be particular

perfect tense

have been particular

continuous tense

is being particular

singular

particular

positive degree

particular

infinitive

to be particular

gerund

particularizing

participle

particularized

Origin and Evolution of particular

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'particular' originated from the Latin word 'particularis', which means 'concerning a small part or individual'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'particular' has evolved to also mean 'specific' or 'distinct', in addition to its original meaning of 'concerning a small part or individual'.