einzel
Translation
single, individual, separate, particular
Examples
Ich möchte bitte ein Einzelzimmer.
I would like a single room, please.
Jeder einzelne Fall wird geprüft.
Every single case will be examined.
Grammar Patterns
einzel + Noun single/individual ... Jeder einzelne Schüler muss die Prüfung machen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: individuell (individual), separat (separate); Antonyms: gemeinsam (together), mehrere (several)
Etymology
Derived from the number 'eins' (one). It carries the core meaning of 'one-ness' or singularity.
Memory Tips
Think of 'eins' for 'one'. 'Einzel' describes something that is single or individual, like an 'Einzelzimmer' (single room).