adjective, measure word, particle, pronoun, adverb · unusual or distinctive in nature

他的设计风格非常特别。

adverb, adjective · to a great extent; very or particularly

这里的夏天特别热。

adverb · for a specific purpose or intent

他特别交代我要准时到场。

adverb · specifically regarding a certain item, often followed by 是 shì

我爱吃水果，特别是苹果。