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What Does Only Mean?

Adjective

  • Alone in a category.
  • Without siblings; no brothers or sisters.

Conjunction

  • But; except.

Noun

  • An only child.

Adverb

  • Just; no more than.
  • Used to show surprise.

Only — Full Explanation

Only means there is just one thing or person. For example, if you say you only have one toy, it means you don't have any other toys.

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Related Words

just single alone

Only Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
केवल

keval

केवल

keval

सिर्फ

sirf

Only Synonyms

lone sole

Frequently Asked Questions About Only

What does 'only' mean?
The word 'only' means that something is unique or the single one of its kind. For example, if you say, 'I only have one cookie,' it means you have just that one cookie.
How do you pronounce 'only'?
You pronounce 'only' like this: 'OHN-lee'. The first part sounds like 'own' and the second part sounds like 'lee'.
What is the origin of the word 'only'?
The word 'only' comes from the Old English word 'anlic', which means 'one-like' or 'single'. It has been used for a very long time to describe something that is the one and only.
What is the meaning of 'only' in Kannada?
The word 'only' in Kannada is 'ಮಾತ್ರ' (Mātra).