What is the Spanish word for "only"?

Learn how to say "only" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

only

Spanish

solo

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Alternative translations of "only"

únicamente
solamente
exclusivamente

Examples of how to use "only" in Spanish

English
I was only trying to help you.
Spanish
Solo intentaba ayudarte.
English
I only drink coffee in the morning.
Spanish
Solo tomo café por la mañana.
English
She brought only two apples today.
Spanish
Ella solo trajo dos manzanas hoy.
English
They were only five minutes late.
Spanish
Solo llegaron cinco minutos tarde.
English
You can pay cash only.
Spanish
Solo puedes pagar en efectivo.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "only" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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