Something which is "special" is something which is unique. Something which is "especial" is exceptional or outstanding. Something which is done specially is done in a unique manner. In use, "especially..." It particularizes what it describes. "I like most colors, especially blue." It takes a group and picks out the particular which is intended, or points out the superlative in the idea. --- Another, simpler way of looking at "especially" is "most of all."

Specially and especially have a similar meaning when used in front of adjectives . For example , you can emhasize that something is very good by saying that it is specially and especially good . When they are not used in front of adjectives , their meanings are different . You use especially to indicate that what you are saying applies more to one thing or situation than to others , e.g. Paris is always full of tourists , especially during the summer months . You use specially to say that something is done or made for a particular purose . It is often used with the passive form of a verb , e.g . These shoes were specially made for me . A specially invited audience attended the first night of the play .

Usually there is little or no difference between especially and specially. Specially means for a particular purpose.Especially means exceptionally. Essentially, the difference comes if you want to stress the exceptional quality, then especially is a better choice. If you want to stress the distinctive purpose of something, then use specially. Here are some examples: He did especially well in All-Star Game. (A noteworthy performance) This program has specially designed macros for word processors. (A distinctive purpose)

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