einmalig
Translation
unique, one-time, single, unparalleled
Examples
Das war eine einmalige Gelegenheit.
That was a unique opportunity.
Bitte zahlen Sie einen einmaligen Betrag.
Please pay a one-time amount.
Die Aussicht von diesem Berg ist einmalig.
The view from this mountain is unique.
Grammar Patterns
((einmalig + Noun)) a unique ~ That is a unique chance.
((Adverb)) uniquely, wonderfully The concert was unique.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unique, unparalleled; Antonyms: common, ordinary
Etymology
From 'ein' (one) + 'Mal' (time) + '-ig' (adjective suffix). Literally means 'one-time-y'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'ein Mal' means 'one time'. Something that happens only one time is therefore unique.