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singular

adjectiveCEFR B2

What does “singular” mean in English?

  1. unique, singular — remarkable or unusual; unlike anything else

    unique, singular — remarkable or unusual; unlike anything else (arquitectura singular, talento singular)

Example sentences

  • Es un talento singular en el mundo del deporte.

    He is a singular talent in the world of sport.

  • Tiene una visión singular sobre la arquitectura.

    She has a singular vision about architecture.

  • Lo más singular de este lugar es su silencio.

    The most singular thing about this place is its silence.

How to use it

'Singular' means unique, remarkable, or singular. Invariable for gender. Can also be the grammatical term for singular number. In the unique/remarkable sense it is used with ser and often placed after the noun. Distinguish from 'único' (the only one).

Common mistake

Don't confuse 'singular' (remarkable/unique quality) with 'único' (the only one in existence) — 'singular' highlights exceptionality, 'único' means sole.

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