格外

格外 means 'especially' or 'particularly' in English, used to emphasize a degree or intensity beyond the usual. It highlights something that stands out or is more pronounced than expected.

The character 格 (gé) originally meant 'style' or 'standard,' while 外 (wài) means 'outside' or 'external.' Together, they form a term that suggests something beyond the ordinary or standard, hence the meaning of 'especially.'

格外 is commonly used in daily conversation to express strong feelings or emphasis. For example, it can be used to describe someone's beauty, a situation's severity, or an event's significance. It is also often found in written Chinese and formal contexts.