Confusion with sólo, solamente, único, únicamente

Question

Can someone please explain what each of these mean and when to use each one. They have all been translated as "only" to me before so I am a bit confused as to when I should use them.

A vote from me for filling out your profile, thanks mate , now we can afford you all the help in the world . - ray76, Dec 28, 2015

Answer 1

I would gladly help you, but I would like to know what's your native language and what language are you trying to learn.

You can accomplish that by filling completely your profile.

Thanks.

Actually, his use of English is good.. Many people are learning Polish these days, it pays well, with all the immigrants needing help.. - annierats, Dec 28, 2015

He is a Yank annie , therefore his English is excellent in the circumstances. ;) - ray76, Dec 28, 2015

Answer 2

Como estoy sola no puedo expicarte lo que puede ser tu única preguntita en este sitio que está dedicado únicamente a resolver los problemas de estudiantes de los idiomas únicas.

Hola, could you please explain this in English. Sé un poco de español - nickmarks10, Dec 28, 2015

No. Translate that to English and provide us with your understanding. Do not use an electronic translator but one or more dictionaries. - chileno, Dec 28, 2015

Thanks Chilebno, I'm ina bit of a sharp mood tonight, they can start to use their own brains, why use mine, without paying me? Beides, mine is faulty, at times.. - annierats, Dec 28, 2015

I am never on a sharp mood, however i expect the student to do his or her part. It isn't a question of money either, rather it is a question of pride. If that's considered to be rude on my side, then so be it. ;) - chileno, Dec 29, 2015

You're not being rude. They should do their own work. If they don't, I can close it. We are not here to do it for them without any effort on their part. - rac1, Dec 29, 2015