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    Expressing 'specially' or 'exclusively' with 专 (zhuān)

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    Manner & Method

    Structure

    专 + 为 + Object + Verb

    Explanation

    专 (zhuān) means "specially," "exclusively," or "specifically," indicating that something is done for a particular purpose or dedicated to a single task. It is often placed before a verb to emphasize purposeful action. For example, 专为月球设计 means "designed specifically for the moon."

    Examples

    • 这个软件是专为老年人设计的。

      Zhège ruǎnjiàn shì zhuān wèi lǎoniánrén shèjì de.

      This software is designed specifically for elderly people.

    • 公司专门派人去机场接你。

      Gōngsī zhuānmén pài rén qù jīchǎng jiē nǐ.

      The company specially sent someone to pick you up at the airport.

    • 这条路线是专为游客规划的。

      Zhè tiáo lùxiàn shì zhuān wèi yóukè guīhuà de.

      This route was planned specifically for tourists.

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