specialty
Translation
speciality, specialism, forte
Examples
Her specialty is corporate law.
Her speciality is corporate law.
This restaurant's specialty is seafood paella.
This restaurant's speciality is seafood paella.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) specialty is ((sth.)) (sb.'s) area of expertise is (sth.) Her specialty is corporate law.
Similar Words
Synonyms: expertise, forte, specialism
Etymology
From Latin 'specialis' (of a particular kind), with the noun-forming suffix '-ty', meaning 'a special thing'.
Memory Tips
Think of something 'special' that a person or place is known for. Note the UK spelling is 'speciality'.