Specifically or Specificly

Understand why “Specifically” is correct and “Specificly” is incorrect.

Specificly

Incorrect spelling - “Specificly” is incorrect due to missing ‘al’.

"Specificly" is a common misspelling of "Specifically". Always use "Specifically" when referring to the correct word.

Specifically

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Specifically” means in a precise or exact way.

Definition of Specifically

"Specifically": “Specifically” means in a precise or exact way.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Specifically

  • precisely
  • exactly

Usage Examples

"Correct:" He explained specifically.

"Correct:" This is specifically for you.

"Correct:" She asked specifically.

"Correct:" Define it specifically.

"Incorrect:" He explained specificly.

"Incorrect:" This is specificly for you.

"Incorrect:" She asked specificly.

"Incorrect:" Define it specificly.

Notes:

  • specific + ally.
  • Don’t drop ‘al’.
  • Common adverb mistake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Specifically vs specificly – correct spelling?

A: Specifically is correct.

Q: Why is specificly wrong?

A: Missing ‘al’.

Q: Meaning?

A: Precisely.

Q: Trick?

A: specific + ally.

Summary

“Specifically vs specificly”: Use specifically for precise meaning. Avoid specificly, a spelling error.