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특수성

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Understanding '특수성'

The noun '특수성' refers to the quality of being special, unique, or distinct in a particular context. It is often used in academic, cultural, or social discussions to highlight characteristics that set something apart from the general or common.

Usage Contexts

You will frequently encounter '특수성' when discussing cultural differences, scientific research, or legal matters where exceptions or unique conditions apply. It is a formal term, suitable for written and spoken Korean at an advanced level.

Common Collocations

  • '특수성 강조' (emphasizing particularity): used when highlighting unique traits.
  • '특수성 존재' (existence of particularity): to state that uniqueness is present.
  • '특수성 때문에' (because of particularity): to explain why general rules may not apply.

Tips for Learners

Be careful not to confuse '특수성' with '특성' (characteristic), which is more general. '특수성' implies a stronger sense of exceptionality or uniqueness. Use it when you want to stress that something is notably different from the norm.

Example Sentences

이 연구는 특정 집단의 특수성을 강조한다.

I yeonguneun teukjeong jipdanui teuksuseongeul gangjo handa.

This study emphasizes the particularity of a specific group.

문화마다 고유한 특수성이 존재한다.

Munhwamada goyuhan teuksuseongi jonjaehanda.

Each culture has its own unique particularity.

특수성 때문에 일반적인 규칙을 적용하기 어렵다.

Teuksuseong ttaemune ilbanjeogin gyuchigeul jeogyonghagi eoryeopda.

Because of its particularity, it is difficult to apply general rules.