This is an especially fun tip to write; it was specially designed for your enjoyment. Does that help you see the difference between "especially" and "specially"?"Especially" usually means "particularly."
* This market is especially tough on retirees.
* Chocolate, especially dark chocolate, was Squiggly's weakness.
"Specially" usually means "in a special or careful manner" or "specifically."
* Aardvark delivered the specially minted commemorative coins.
* The cake had been specially prepared for the occasion.
Grammar girl
Thanks for sharing this Sera! Sometimes English grammar can be confusing! hehehe! About the pancakes, I just followed the directions in the box. You can do it Sera...just don't forget to send me pancakes when you cook some. lol!
Oh, thanks for this. This is just in time. I was actually wondering the other day what the difference between these two words is but then I somehow forgot to look it up. Now I have an answer with this post. Thanks. :D
Anney,
you're welcome :) Yup, english grammar can b confusing for some ppl.
Dee,
wow, great it's useful at the right time :)