What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
especially
Example
I love all fruits, especially mangoes. [especially: adverb]
Example
The team worked hard, especially during the playoffs. [especially: preposition]
particularly
Example
I am particularly interested in learning about history. [particularly: adverb]
Example
The cake was delicious, particularly the frosting. [particularly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Especially is more commonly used than particularly in everyday language, but both words are useful for adding emphasis and specificity to speech and writing.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between especially and particularly?
Both especially and particularly are versatile and can be used in various formality levels, allowing them to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
