1.
particularly, especially, notably
Indicates that something stands out to a notable degree, or that there is nothing particularly noteworthy. Very commonly used with negatives to mean 'nothing in particular' or 'not especially.'
Usage
Used as an adverb (特段) or as a noun modifier (特段の). Very frequently used with negative expressions to mean "nothing in particular" or "not especially." It has a somewhat formal tone and is common in business, official, and written contexts.
Common collocations
- 特段の問題はない (no particular problems)
- 特段の理由 (particular reason)
- 特段変わりない (nothing particularly different)
- 特段の支障はない (no particular hindrance)