World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesúnico
Pronunciation / Transliteration: oo-nee-ko
"Ela decidiu pedir uma única fatia de pizza."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Only one; not accompanied by others.
"She decided to order a single slice of pizza."
- 1
A person who is not married or in a romantic relationship.
"As a single, he enjoyed the freedom to travel whenever he wanted."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'single' originates from the Latin 'singulus', meaning 'one, alone', which evolved through Old French 'singulier' before entering Middle English. Its meaning has shifted from denoting 'one' to also imply 'individual' or 'unmarried'.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Single"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Single" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
unique
Transliteration: yoo-neek
"Elle a décidé de commander une unique part de pizza."
einzeln
Transliteration: ain-tseln
"Er entschied sich, ein einzelnes Stück Pizza zu bestellen."
singolo
Transliteration: sin-go-lo
"Ha deciso di ordinare una singola fetta di pizza."
único
Transliteration: oo-nee-ko
"Decidió pedir una única porción de pizza."
único
Transliteration: oo-nee-ko
"Ela decidiu pedir uma única fatia de pizza."
एकल
Transliteration: ekal
"उसने एकल पिज्जा का टुकड़ा ऑर्डर करने का फैसला किया।"
单一
Transliteration: dān yī
"她决定点一块单一的比萨饼。"
단일
Transliteration: dan-il
"그녀는 단일 피자 조각을 주문하기로 결정했습니다."
単一
Transliteration: tan'itsu
"彼女は単一のピザのスライスを注文することに決めました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Portuguese termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Single"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.