格別

かくべつ
Alternative writings: 各別
JLPT:N2
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1Being notably different from the ordinary in a positive, elevated way; used as a noun or na-adjective, as in 格別の〜 ("exceptional ~").

Noun Taking 'の'Na-AdjectiveNoun

Examples

このワインの香りは格別だ。

The aroma of this wine is exceptional.

久しぶりに会った友人との時間は格別のものだった。

The time spent with a friend I hadn't seen in a while was truly special.

格別のご配慮をいただき、感謝しております。

I'm grateful for your especially kind consideration.

2Adverbially describing something as notably more so than usual, as in 格別に or 格別〜.

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Examples

今年の夏は格別暑い。

This summer is exceptionally hot.

山頂から見る景色は格別に美しかった。

The view from the summit was especially beautiful.

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