especializado
“especializado” means “specialized” in Spanish (having specific knowledge or a specific purpose).
specialized
Also: expert
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Este es un hospital especializado en niños.
A2This is a hospital specialized in children.
Necesitamos un técnico especializado para arreglar la máquina.
B1We need a specialized technician to fix the machine.
El curso ofrece conocimientos especializados en marketing digital.
B2The course offers specialized knowledge in digital marketing.
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From the Latin word 'specialis', which means 'particular' or 'individual'. It comes from 'species', which originally meant 'appearance' or 'kind'.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'especial' and 'especializado'?
'Especial' means 'special' in a general sense (unique or favorite). 'Especializado' means 'specialized,' referring to specific technical knowledge or a specific function.
Is it a verb or an adjective?
It is technically a verb form (the past participle of 'especializar'), but it is most commonly used as an adjective to describe people or things.
Can I use it to describe a tool?
Yes! You can use it for tools, machines, software, or any object designed for a single specific task.