únicamente
“únicamente” means “only” in Spanish (excluding everything else).
only
Also: solely, exclusively
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Lo hice únicamente por ayudar.
B1I did it solely to help.
Este descuento es únicamente para estudiantes.
A2This discount is exclusively for students.
Atendemos únicamente con cita previa.
B1We see people by appointment only.
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Words that translate to "únicamente" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: únicamente
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Which word is a more formal way to say 'solo' (only)?
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From the Spanish adjective 'única' (from Latin 'unicus' meaning 'one and only') and the suffix '-mente' (from the Latin 'mente' meaning 'with a mind' or 'in the manner of').
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'únicamente' different from 'solamente'?
They mean the same thing, but 'únicamente' is stronger and more formal. Use 'solamente' or 'solo' for everyday conversation and 'únicamente' when you want to be very specific or professional.
Can I use 'únicamente' at the end of a sentence?
It's rare. It usually comes before the word it is describing. Instead of 'Lo hice por ti únicamente', it is much more natural to say 'Lo hice únicamente por ti'.