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    Seulement (en. Only)

    /sœlᵊmɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    Indicates a restriction to a single element or condition.
    I only want an apple.
    Je veux seulement une pomme.
    Marks the exclusivity of what follows.
    This movie is only for adults.
    Ce film est seulement pour les adultes.
    Used to mitigate or limit a statement.
    He only did not understand the question.
    Il n'a seulement pas compris la question.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'solum' which means 'ground', 'only' refers to the idea of a single one.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    only if
    Indicates a mandatory condition.
    seulement si
    just for fun
    Means that something is said without seriousness.
    seulement pour rire
    I only want
    Expresses a specific request.
    je veux seulement

    Related Words

    unique
    Which is alone or distinct.
    unique
    otherwise
    Indicates an alternative or contrary condition.
    sinon

    Slang Meanings

    Just
    It's only for the brave, just for the real.
    C'est seulement pour les courageux, juste pour les vrais.
    Nothing but
    It's nothing but lies.
    C'est rien que des mensonges.