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/solaˈmente/

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Translation

only, solely

Word origin

Adverb from solo ('alone, only'), from Latin solus ('alone'). The same root gives English sole, solo and solitary.

Origin
Latin
Root
solus
English cognates
sole, solo, solitary

Examples

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I only want a bit of peace.

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I have only ten minutes.

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Only you know the truth.

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There is only one ticket left for the concert.

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She only eats fish on Fridays.

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This word is part of lesson 24.