einzigartig
/ˈaɪ̯nt͡sɪçaːrtɪç/
The English phrase unique can be translated into German as einzigartig, unikal or einzig.
Meaning: one of a kind (adj)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA |
|---|---|
| einzigartig | /ˈaɪ̯nt͡sɪçaːrtɪç/ /ˈaɪ̯nt͡sɪkaːrtɪk/ |
| unikal | /ˌu.nɪˈkaːl/ |
| einzig | /ˈaɪ̯nt͡sɪç/ /ˈaɪ̯nt͡sɪk/ |
The primary way to express that something is one of a kind is using einzigartig.
What does it mean word for word?
The word einzigartig is composed of einzig (only/single) and the suffix -artig (like/kind of), literally meaning 'of a single kind'.
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, einzigartig takes standard German adjective endings depending on the gender, number and case of the noun it modifies.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈaɪ̯ntsɪçaːrtɪç/
Did you know?
- In German, calling someone 'einzig' without the '-artig' suffix can be a profound compliment, implying they are the 'only one' or 'the one' for you, rather than just 'unique'.
- The word unikal is a loanword borrowed from New Latin, which evolved from the Latin word ūnicē meaning 'uniquely'.
- While einzigartig is the standard choice, the word unikal is often viewed as a technical term or a modern loanword and can sound unnatural in casual conversation.
Examples in context
- Unser Land ist einzigartig.Our country is unique.This sentence illustrates how to describe a country as unique using einzigartig.Tatoeba #12206881 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #12206986 by Miktsoanit
- Das ist ziemlich einzigartig.It's rather unique.This sentence shows how to say something is rather unique using einzigartig.Tatoeba #1743584 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #1740830 by Spamster
- Jeder Mensch ist einzigartig.Everyone is unique.This sentence demonstrates how to say everyone is unique using einzigartig.Tatoeba #2093802 by al_ex_an_der, translation #2094643 by AlanF_US
- Der Künstler hat ein einzigartiges Talent.The artist has a unique talent.
- Die Stadt bietet eine einzigartige Architektur.The city offers a unique architecture.
- Das Buch erzählt eine einzigartige Geschichte.The book tells a unique story.
- Die Blume ist einzigartig.The flower is unique.
- Der Baum ist einzigartig.The tree is unique.
- Das Haus ist einzigartig.The house is unique.
- Das war ein einmaliges Erlebnis.That was a unique experience.
- Die Gelegenheit ist wirklich einmalig.The opportunity is truly unique.
- Ich mag deine spezielle Art zu tanzen.I like your unique way of dancing.
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Example conversation
Julian and Julia are looking at a painting in a gallery.
- JulianDieses Bild ist wirklich einzigartig.This painting is truly one of a kind.
- JuliaJa, der Stil ist absolut einzigartig.Yes, the style is absolutely unique.
- JulianIch habe so etwas noch nie gesehen.I have never seen anything like it.
- JuliaEs ist ein wahres Meisterwerk.It is a true masterpiece.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “unique” translations and entries einzigartig, unikal, einzig, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries einzig, einzigartig, unikal, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
