especial
neutral
The word for special is especial. It is the same in Mexico and works for people, days and things. It is also called Muy padre.
Meaning: out of the ordinary or particularly good (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| especial | neutral |
| Muy padre | casual, Mexico |
Especial is used like in English, for example una ocasión especial or una persona especial. In a restaurant el especial del día is the daily special.
How does it change in a sentence?
Especial does not change for gender, so you say un día especial and una noche especial.
Did you know?
- Especial is also used for the name of a dish or drink at a restaurant, as in la torta especial.
Examples in context
- Hoy es un día muy especial.Today is a very special day.
- Eres una persona especial para mí.You are a special person to me.
- ¿Cuál es el especial de hoy?What is today's special?
Example conversation
Camila surprises her mother Elsa for her birthday in San Luis Potosí.
- CamilaMamá, hoy es un día especial.Mom, today is a special day.
- Elsa¿Por qué lo dices?Why do you say that?
- Camila¡Porque cumples años!Because it is your birthday!
