English–Chinese

“unique” in Chinese

Chinese

Also独一无二 (dú yī wú èr)

Pronunciation

Pinyindú tè

Example

他的笑声很独特。tā de xiào shēng hěn dú tè

His laugh is very unique.

Illustration for 独特 (unique)

How to say “unique” in Chinese

“Unique” in Chinese is 独特 (dú tè).

A clear personal character that makes something unlike the usual form while keeping it recognizable.

Full entry for 独特: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 独特

这道菜有独特的味道,让人印象深刻。zhè dào cài yǒu dú tè de wèi dào ràng rén yìn xiàng shēn kè

This dish has a distinctive flavor that leaves a deep impression.

Tips for using 独特

  • English speakers often hear "unique" as meaning absolutely one of a kind, while 独特 (dútè, "distinctive") can describe a familiar type of thing with an unusually recognizable style.

Other Chinese words for “unique”

这家餐馆的菜品口味独一无二。zhè jiā cān guǎn de cài pǐn kǒu wèi dú yì wú èr

The flavor of this restaurant's dishes is unique.

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