ónicos

Unicos is the plural masculine form of the Spanish adjective único, meaning unique, sole, or one of a kind. The feminine forms are única (singular) and únicas (plural). The term is used to describe things or persons that are considered singular, exceptional, or the only ones of their kind.

In grammar, único or únicos typically modifies a noun to convey exclusivity or rarity. Examples include phrases such as un día único (a unique day) or oportunidades únicas (unique opportunities). When used with a definite article or as part of a noun phrase, los únicos or las únicas can refer to the people or things that meet a specific condition and are the only ones able to participate or be considered: los únicos que pueden hacerlo (the only ones who can do it).

The concept also appears in common expressions that emphasize rarity or exceptional quality, such as una oportunidad única or una ocasión única. Beyond everyday use, the term is employed in journalism, literature, and marketing to highlight distinctiveness or value.

Etymologically, único derives from Latin unicus, meaning “one,” “sole,” or “only.” In addition to its meaning in Spanish, cognate forms exist in related languages like Portuguese, where único and únicos carry the same core sense. See also: singular, exclusivo, especial.