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"Sólo" is an adverb which is often translated as "only", and "único" is an adjective which is also often translated as "only". Learn more about the difference between "sólo" and "único" below.
sólo(
soh
-
loh
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. only
Bebí un vaso de vino sólo.I only had a glass of wine.
b. just
Desayuno fuera sólo los domingos.I just go out for breakfast on Sundays.
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único(
oo
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nee
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koh
)
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. only
Nuestro único objetivo es ayudar a nuestros estudiantes a salir adelante.Our only objective is to help our students succeed.
a. unique
Thoreau fue un escritor único.Thoreau was a unique writer.
a. only
Mariela es hija única.Mariela is an only child.
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