English–Spanish
“only” in Spanish
How to say “only” in Spanish
“Only” in Spanish is solo.
A single bright object among many faded ones.
Example sentences with solo
Vino solo para saludar.
He came only to say hello.
Tips for using solo
- Placement changes meaning: before a noun or with numbers it usually limits quantity, but with verbs like estar it denotes being alone, and if writing is ambiguous prefer 'solamente' or a rephrase.
Other Spanish words for “only”
Este es mi único problema.
This is my only problem.