linking phrase · formal
In particular
UK/ɪn pəˈtɪk.jʊ.lə(r)/US/ɪn pɚˈtɪk.jə.lɚ/in par·TIC·u·lar
used to single out a specific example or aspect from a general statement
Examples
“Many students struggle with exams; in particular, time management is a problem.”
“The scheme benefits several groups, in particular low-income families.”
“She enjoys outdoor sports in particular rock climbing.”
Band 8 sentence
“Many urban policies fail marginalized communities; in particular, access to affordable housing remains limited.”
Collocations
- in particular + noun/phrase
- be of particular concern
Word family
Common mistakes
In particularly, students have trouble with grammar.→Particularly, students have trouble with grammar.
Say it for a higher band
5especially→6particularly→7+In particular
Synonyms
particularly
especially
Easily confused
particularly
“I particularly enjoy literature that explores social issues.”
Related words
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In Emphasis & conclusion
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