speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspe-shē-ˈa-lə-tē 

plural specialities

1

: a special mark or quality

2

: a special object or class of objects

3

a

: a special aptitude or skill

b

: specialty sense 3

Synonyms

• forte
• long suit
• métier
• metier
• specialty
• strong suit
• thing

Examples of speciality in a Sentence

my speciality is linguistics

Recent Examples on the Web

Top-tier speciality ingredients: Essential spice mixes, condiments, sauces, and more—all Bon Appétit–approved. —The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 10 Mar. 2025

These speciality ultralight gaiters are made with lightweight synthetic and mesh materials, and can help drop your body temperature during hot hikes, beach days, or yard work sessions. —Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2025

Crookes And Jackson The wine trail leads through the scenic terraces and slopes in the wine-growing region and encourages regular stops for a Pinot Noir, which is the region's speciality. —Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Nov. 2024

The animals can be hard to handle, but Bush says working with small ruminants is her speciality. —Nic F. Anderson, CNN, 23 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for speciality

• abnormality
• cardinality
• commonality
• communality
• cordiality
• corporeality
• criminality
• criticality
• functionality
• generality
• geniality
• hospitality

Kids Definition

speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspesh-ē-ˈal-ət-ē 

plural specialities

: specialty