adverb, conjunction, verb · To possess only or for there to be only a certain thing or amount.

我口袋里只有十块钱。

conjunction, adverb · A conjunction used with 才 cái to indicate a necessary condition or prerequisite.

只有通过治疗才能痊愈。

adverb, verb, conjunction · Expresses a lack of alternatives or having no choice but to perform a certain action.

事到如今，我们只有屈服。