Specialty

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈspɛʃəlti/

Definitions of specialty

noun a field or subject of expertise or specialization

Example Sentences

A1 My specialty is cooking simple meals.

A2 She has a specialty in graphic design.

B1 His specialty lies in creating innovative marketing strategies.

B2 The restaurant's specialty dish is a delicious seafood paella.

C1 The doctor's specialty is neurosurgery, specializing in brain tumors.

C2 The award-winning chef's specialty is molecular gastronomy.

adjective unique or specific to a particular individual or group

Example Sentences

A1 I have a specialty cupcake shop.

A2 She ordered a specialty coffee from the cafe.

B1 The restaurant's specialty dish is the seafood paella.

B2 The boutique offers specialty clothing for unique occasions.

C1 The chef's specialty cuisine is fusion dishes from around the world.

C2 The winery is known for its specialty wines made from rare grape varieties.

Examples of specialty in a Sentence

formal The chef's specialty is creating unique fusion dishes.

informal My mom's specialty is baking delicious cookies.

slang That restaurant's specialty is off the chain!

figurative Her specialty is turning problems into opportunities.

Grammatical Forms of specialty

plural

specialties

comparative

more special

superlative

most special

present tense

specializes

future tense

will specialize

perfect tense

has specialized

continuous tense

is specializing

singular

specialty

positive degree

special

infinitive

to specialize

gerund

specializing

participle

specialized

Origin and Evolution of specialty

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'specialty' originated from the Latin word 'specialitas', which is derived from the root word 'specialis' meaning 'particular or peculiar'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'specialty' has evolved to refer to a particular field or area of expertise, often associated with a unique skill or knowledge. It is commonly used in the context of specialized professions or products.