AdverbsHSK 4
Using 专门 for "specifically" or "specialized"
As an adverb, 专门 emphasizes that an action is done for a particular purpose or with a specific target in mind.
As an adjective, 专门 describes something designed or devoted to one specific area or function.
Structure
专门 + Verb / Verb Phrase
Indicates an action is done specifically for a purpose or person.
专门的 + Noun
Modifies a noun to mean "specialized" or "dedicated to a specific purpose."
Examples
- 我专门为你做了一个生日蛋糕。Wǒ zhuān mén wèi nǐ zuò le yí gè shēng rì dàn gāo.I made a birthday cake specially for you.
- 他是专门研究中国古代历史的老师。Tā shì zhuān mén yán jiū zhōng guó gǔ dài lì shǐ de lǎo shī.He is a teacher who specifically studies ancient Chinese history.
- 这家店是专门卖儿童书籍的。Zhè jiā diàn shì zhuān mén mài ér tóng shū jí de.This shop is dedicated to selling children's books.
- 我今天专门来北京看你。Wǒ jīn tiān zhuān mén lái běi jīng kàn nǐ.I came to Beijing specifically today to see you.
- 她有一个专门用来学习的小房间。Tā yǒu yí gè zhuān mén yòng lái xué xí de xiǎo fáng jiān.She has a small room specially used for studying.