独り
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Noun meaning 'alone' or 'unmarried'. Can be used alone or in compounds. Example: 『独りで』 (hitori de, 'by oneself').
Theme
During a casual chat at a café, User and their friend Mika are discussing weekend plans and personal lifestyles.
独り
ひとり
alone / unmarried
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine a person standing alone in a room, feeling 'solo' — '独り' (hitori, 'alone') sounds like 'he tore' away from others, emphasizing solitude.
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『独り』 (hitori, 'alone') is often used in contexts like 『独り暮らし』 (hitorigurashi, 'living alone') or 『独り身』 (hitorimi, 'single / Unmarried status'), reflecting social trends toward independence.
Forms
Base: 独りNoun meaning 'alone' or 'unmarried'. Can be used alone or in compounds. Example: 『独りで』 (hitori de, 'by oneself').