besonder
Translation
special, particular, specific
Examples
Das ist ein besonderer Tag für mich.
This is a special day for me.
Er hat keine besonderen Wünsche.
He has no particular wishes.
Grammar Patterns
a special ((noun)) That is a special wine.
Similar Words
Synonyms: speziell, einzigartig; Antonyms: gewöhnlich, normal
Etymology
From 'be-' + 'sonder' (separate, apart). The core idea is being 'set apart' from the ordinary.
Memory Tips
Think of 'be-sonder' as 'to be separate'. Something that is separate from the rest is special.