“Especially” vs “Specially”
Especially
"Especially" is an adverb that means particularly, notably, or specifically.
We use it to emphasize one or more things from a larger group.
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● I love all fruits, especially bananas.
● She enjoys sports, especially tennis and volleyball.
"Specially" is an adverb that means in a special way or for a particular purpose.
We use it to show that something is done for a specific reason or designed in a special way.
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● The cake was specially made for her birthday.
● He ordered a gift specially for his sister.
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