专程

• Pinyin: zhuān chéng
• Hanzi breakdown: 专 = 一 + 寸 (specially); 程 = 禾 + 呈 (journey)

Meaning

Specially; making a special trip. Traveling or coming specifically for a particular purpose.

An adverb indicating that a trip or journey is made solely for one specific purpose, emphasizing dedication and intentionality. Often used to express sincerity or importance of the visit.

Examples

1. 他专程从外地赶来参加婚礼。 He made a special trip from out of town to attend the wedding.
2. 我专程来拜访您。 I made a special trip to visit you.
3. 代表团专程前往灾区慰问。 The delegation made a special trip to the disaster area to offer condolences.

Usage Guide

Context: visits, courtesy, business

Tone: sincere

Do Say

• 感谢您专程前来。(Thank you for making a special trip here.)
• 总经理专程飞往上海签署合同。(The general manager flew specially to Shanghai to sign the contract.)

Don't Say

• 我专程去超市 — too formal for routine errands; use 特意 for everyday situations

Origin & History

专 (specially, exclusively) + 程 (journey, trip)

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal