l’unique
unique
Qui est seul de son genre, différent des autres.
The French word "unique" is an adjective that means "unique" or "one of a kind" in English.
Meaning:
- It describes something that is singular, exceptional, or without equal.
- It can refer to an object, person, or situation that is distinct from all others.
Parts:
The word is the same in both masculine and feminine forms:
- Masculine: unique
- Feminine: unique
Its pronunciation in French is approximately [y.nik].
Synonyms:
- Exceptionnel(le) (exceptional)
- Incomparable (incomparable)
- Singulier/ Singulière (singular)
- Spécial(e) (special)
Antonyms:
- Commun(e) (common)
- Ordinaire (ordinary)
- Banal(e) (banal, commonplace)
Usage:
- C’est un tableau unique. – It’s a unique painting.
- Elle a un talent unique. – She has a unique talent.
Additional note:
In English, "unique" sometimes erroneously receives comparative or superlative forms (more unique, most unique), but in French, it remains absolute—something either is or is not unique.
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Examples
Cette idée est unique.adjective
This idea is unique.
Ce moment unique me rend heureux.adjective
This unique moment makes me happy.
Ma sœur porte un bracelet unique.adjective
My sister is wearing a unique bracelet.
Ces œuvres d'art uniques seront vendues demain.adjective
These unique works of art will be sold tomorrow.
Avez-vous trouvé une solution unique pour ce problème ?adjective
Have you found a unique solution for this problem?
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