Particularly
Adverb
UK
/pəˈtɪk.jə.lə.li/
US
/pərˈtɪk.jə.lɚ.li/
Definition
Used to give special importance to something.
Example
"She enjoys reading, particularly stories about real people."
"The weather was particularly cold that morning, making travel uncomfortable."
"This rule is particularly important for beginners who are still learning the basics."
Explanation
Particularly is used to give special importance to one thing more than others. It helps show that something stands out or matters more in a situation. People use this word when they want to highlight a detail, feeling, or condition. It does not change the meaning of the sentence completely, but it adds emphasis and makes the statement clearer and stronger.