einmalig
Translation
one-time, unique, single
Examples
Das ist eine einmalige Chance.
This is a unique chance.
Wir besprechen den einmaligen Fall.
We are discussing the unique case.
Die Zahlung ist einmalig.
The payment is a one-time payment.
Grammar Patterns
(attributive) + Noun (a one-time/unique ...) This is a unique chance.
(predicative) to be + einmalig (... is unique) The payment is a one-time thing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unique, special; Antonyms: recurring, common, ordinary
Etymology
Composed of ein ('one') + Mal ('time') + -ig (adjective suffix). Literally means 'one-time-y'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'ein Mal' means 'one time'. So, something that is 'einmalig' only happens once, making it unique.