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incomparable
So unique, magnificent, or special that it cannot be compared with anything else.
Von der Bergspitze hatten wir eine unvergleichliche Aussicht auf das Tal.
From the mountaintop, we had an incomparable view of the valley.
The word is made up of the prefix 'un-' and 'vergleichlich' (comparable). 'Vergleichlich' comes from the verb 'vergleichen' (to compare). So 'unvergleichlich' (incomparable) describes something that is so unique that you cannot compare it with anything else.
Das Gefühl, das Ziel erreicht zu haben, war unvergleichlich.
The feeling of having reached the goal was incomparable.
'Unvergleichlich' (incomparable) is always used positively to describe something magnificent. Typical combinations are 'unvergleichliche Schönheit' (incomparable beauty), 'ein unvergleichliches Erlebnis' (an incomparable experience), or 'ein unvergleichlicher Geschmack' (an incomparable taste).
Die Opernsängerin hat eine unvergleichliche Stimme.
The opera singer has an incomparable voice.
'Unvergleichlich' (incomparably) can also be used as an adverb to intensify an adjective. It then means 'extraordinarily' or 'extremely'.
Der Sonnenuntergang am Meer war unvergleichlich schön.
The sunset by the sea was incomparably beautiful.
only / unique
'einzig' and 'unvergleichlich' can both express that something is special. In this meaning, 'einzig' often means 'special' or 'unique', but it can sound a bit simpler. 'unvergleichlich' is stronger: with it, you are saying that something is so special or magnificent that it can hardly be compared with anything else. 'einzig' also fits in calmer descriptions, while 'unvergleichlich' is more likely when you are giving strong praise or emphasizing a special impression.
Der Blick vom Berg war am Abend unvergleichlich.
The view from the mountain was incomparable in the evening.
Das Konzert hatte eine ganz eigene, einzig schöne Stimmung.
The concert had its own unique and beautiful atmosphere.