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particular

Pronunciation: [/pəˈtɪk.jʊ.lə/]

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particular: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use particular in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “specificity”

(adjective) when something is special or unique, not just any random thing. It's like pointing to one thing in a group that is different or stands out.

Example

She has a particular way of doing things that sets her apart from others.

Example

I don't have a particular preference for any specific type of food; I like trying new things.

Example

Do you have a particular song that always makes you happy?

Context: “noteworthy”

(adjective) used to emphasize that a particular item or person is important or stands out from the rest. It's like saying this one is really significant compared to others.

Example

That particular book is a classic that everyone should read.

Example

I don't see why that particular painting is so special; it looks like any other artwork to me.

Example

Why is that particular exhibit considered the highlight of the museum?

Context: “detail”

(noun) a specific detail or aspect of something, not just talking about it in general. It's like zooming in on one part instead of looking at the whole picture.

Example

She paid attention to every particular of the project to make sure it was done perfectly.

Example

He tends to overlook the smaller particulars and focuses more on the big picture.

Example

Can you recall any particular moment during the school trip that stood out to you?

How to pronounce particular

Pronunciation: [/pəˈtɪk.jʊ.lə/]

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