único
Deriva del latín 'unicus', que significa 'uno' o 'solo'.
ADJ
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[/ˈuniko/es-ES]
unique
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singular
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exclusive
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one-of-a-kind
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concept sentence
untranslatable
(The term often carries cultural connotations of rarity or specialness that do not have a direct equivalent in English.)
This adjective describes something that is the only one of its kind, unparalleled, or without equal. While often translated as 'unique,' 'singular,' 'exclusive,' or 'one-of-a-kind,' 'único' in Spanish can also carry a stronger connotation of being especially rare, precious, or significant, implying an irreplaceable value or a special status that goes beyond mere uniqueness. It often highlights the distinctiveness and special nature of something.
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- Es el único restaurante con estrellas Michelin en la ciudad. — It's the only Michelin-starred restaurant in the city.
- Ella tiene un talento único para la música. — She has a unique talent for music.
- Mi abuela me dio un anillo que es único en su clase. — My grandmother gave me a ring that is one-of-a-kind.