一言
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Base noun form. Combines the number 『一』 (ichi, 'one') with 『言』 (koto, 'word'), using the counter 『～つ』 for general counting. Refers to a single word or short phrase. Example: 『一言だけ言わせて』 (hitokoto dake iwasete, 'let me say just one word').
Theme
User and their coworker, Akira, are brainstorming ideas for a new project presentation at work.
一言
ひとこと
one word
Numbers & CountingGeneral (～つ)
Memory Hook
Think of 'one word' as a single, important statement. The kanji 『一言』 (hitokoto, 'one word') combines 『一』 (ichi, 'one') and 『言』 (koto, 'word'). 'Hitokoto' sounds like 'hit a quote' — one impactful word!
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, 『一言』 (hitokoto, 'one word') is often used to emphasize a brief but meaningful comment, such as in speeches or advice. It's common in expressions like 『一言で言うと』 (hitokoto de iu to, 'in one word').
Forms
Base: 一言Base noun form. Combines the number 『一』 (ichi, 'one') with 『言』 (koto, 'word'), using the counter 『～つ』 for general counting. Refers to a single word or short phrase. Example: 『一言だけ言わせて』 (hitokoto dake iwasete, 'let me say just one word').