unique
gb/junˈik/ us/junˈik/
B1
English
~ 2100
egyedülálló, egyedi, különleges
B1
1
egyedülálló
B2
egyedi
B2
Usage pattern:
[something] is unique
This necklace is unique because it was handmade by my grandmother.
Ez a nyaklánc egyedi, mert a nagymamám kézzel készítette.
His style of painting is truly unique in the art world.
Festészeti stílusa valóban egyedülálló a művészet világában.
The museum offers a unique collection of ancient coins.
Each snowflake is unique in its shape.
She had a unique ability to make everyone feel welcome.
Learner examples
This bag is unique. There is no other like it.
Ez a táska egyedi. Nincs még egy ilyen.
Her voice is unique and beautiful.
A hangja egyedülálló és gyönyörű.
That shop sells unique clothes.
The park has a unique view of the city.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use 'very unique', but 'unique' already means 'the only one', so intensifiers like 'very' are often considered unnecessary, though common in casual speech.
Meaning
One of a kind
Collocations
truly unique
|unique opportunity
|unique experience
|unique design
|unique situation
Synonyms
one-of-a-kind (More informal, emphasizes rarity and specialness.)
Antonyms
common (Describes something that exists in many examples, not rare.)
Themes
descriptions
|creativity
|identity
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Only one like it; not like anything else.
Being the only one of its type; unlike anything else.
B1
2
különleges
B1
egyedi
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone/something] is unique for/in [something]
The restaurant is unique for its combination of flavors.
Az éttermet az ízek kombinációja teszi különlegessé.
He has a unique sense of humor that not everyone understands.
Olyan különleges humora van, amit nem mindenki ért.
Her approach to teaching is unique and very effective.
Learner examples
She has a unique way of telling stories.
Egyedi módon mesél történeteket.
This phone has a unique design.
Ennek a telefonnak egyedi a kialakítása.
He offers a unique idea for the project.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse this meaning with the strict 'only one' sense; here it can mean just 'special'. Context determines which meaning applies.
Meaning
Unusually special or distinctive
Collocations
unique perspective
|unique talent
|unique feature
Synonyms
distinctive (Highlights a noticeable difference that makes someone or something stand out.)
Antonyms
ordinary (Lacking special qualities; common or normal.)
Themes
descriptions
|appreciation
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Special and different from others in a good way.
Unusually good, special, or different in a way that is interesting or appealing.
Grammar
Dictionary form
unique
IPA
GB/junˈik/
US/junˈik/
Syllables & stress
unique (1 syllable)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: unique
Word family
Core family
uniquely
adverb B2
uniqueness
noun
Negative and opposite forms
non-unique
adjective
Expressions
in a unique position
1/ˈɪn ə junˈik pəzˈɪʃən/
fixed phrase
Having a special advantage
To have an advantage or chance that no one else has.
Examples
- As mayor, she is in a unique position to help small businesses.
- We are in a unique position to influence the decision.
make someone feel unique
1/mˈeɪk sˈʌmwˌʌn fˈil junˈik/
fixed phrase
Cause someone to feel special
To do something that makes a person feel important and different from others.
Examples
- Her kind words made him feel unique and appreciated.
- Teachers should try to make each student feel unique.