die Besonderheit
Translation
special features, peculiarities, characteristics, specifics
Examples
Jede Kultur hat ihre Besonderheiten.
Every culture has its peculiarities.
Bitte beachten Sie die Besonderheiten des Vertrags.
Please note the specifics of the contract.
Grammar Patterns
to have ((the)) peculiarities ((of sth.)) die Besonderheiten ((von et3)) haben The country has its own peculiarities.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Eigenart, Merkmal, Spezialität; Antonyms: Normalität, Gewöhnlichkeit
Etymology
From 'besonder' (special) + the suffix '-heit' which forms abstract nouns. 'Besonder' itself comes from 'sonder' (separate, special).
Memory Tips
The thing that makes something 'besonders' (special) is its 'Besonderheit' (special feature).