Single meanings in Chinese

单身

Example:

He is still single and focusing on his career.

他还单身，专注于自己的职业。

Being single can be a great opportunity for self-discovery.

单身可以是自我发现的一个很好的机会。

Usage: informalContext: Discussing relationship status.

Note: This meaning refers to someone who is not in a romantic relationship.

单个的，唯一的

Example:

I would like a single ticket to the concert.

我想要一张去音乐会的单个票。

She bought a single apple from the market.

她从市场上买了一个苹果。

Usage: formal/informalContext: Referring to quantity or selection.

Note: This usage emphasizes the uniqueness or individuality of an item.

单曲

Example:

His new single is topping the charts.

他的新单曲正在排行榜上升至顶端。

She released a single last month.

她上个月发布了一首单曲。

Usage: formal/informalContext: Music industry.

Note: In music, a 'single' refers to a song that is released separately from an album.

单人间

Example:

I booked a single room at the hotel.

我在酒店预订了一个单人间。

The single room has a beautiful view.

单人间有一个美丽的景色。

Usage: formalContext: Hotel or accommodation settings.

Note: This refers to a room meant for one person.

individual

Individual refers to a single person or thing considered separately from a group.

Example: Each individual item is priced separately.

Note: Individual emphasizes the distinctiveness or separateness of each item or person.

solitary

Solitary means being alone or without companions.

Example: He enjoys solitary walks in the woods.

Note: Solitary implies being alone or isolated, emphasizing the lack of interaction or companionship.

sole

Sole means being the only one of a particular kind.

Example: She is the sole owner of the company.

Note: Sole emphasizes exclusivity or uniqueness, often in the context of ownership or possession.

unmarried

Unmarried means not married or in a marital relationship.

Example: She remained unmarried throughout her life.

Note: Unmarried specifically refers to the marital status of a person, indicating that they are not currently married.

Single out

To choose or pick someone or something from a group for special attention or treatment.

Example: The teacher singled out Sarah for her exceptional performance in the class.

Note: The phrase 'single out' adds the idea of selecting or highlighting a specific individual or thing from a group.

Single-handedly

To do something alone or independently without assistance from others.

Example: She single-handedly organized the entire event without any help.

Note: While 'single' refers to one or individual, 'single-handedly' emphasizes doing something alone or solely.

Single file

To walk or move in a line, one person after another.

Example: The students walked in single file as they headed towards the classroom.

Note: This phrase specifies the arrangement of individuals in a straight line, following one another in order.

Single-minded

To be focused or determined on achieving a particular goal or purpose.

Example: He was single-minded in his determination to succeed in his career.

Note: While 'single' denotes one or individual, 'single-minded' emphasizes a strong focus or determination towards a specific objective.

Single out for

To identify or recognize someone or something for their exceptional qualities or achievements.

Example: The team was singled out for their outstanding performance in the tournament.

Note: This phrase emphasizes the act of highlighting or acknowledging someone or something for specific reasons.

Single parent

A person who raises a child or children alone, without a partner or spouse.

Example: As a single parent, she had to juggle work and taking care of her children.

Note: While 'single' refers to one or individual, 'single parent' specifically denotes a parent who is raising a child without a partner.

Single digits

Refers to a number less than 10, specifically between 1 and 9.

Example: The company's profits were in the single digits for the third consecutive quarter.

Note: While 'single' generally means one or individual, 'single digits' refers to numbers in the range of 1 to 9.

Mingle

To mix or socialize with others in a casual setting.

Example: Let's go to the party and mingle with new people.

Note: Mingle implies interacting with others in a social context, often at events or gatherings, unlike being alone as in the case of 'single.'

Ready to mingle

Being available and interested in meeting new potential romantic partners.

Example: After her breakup, she's single and ready to mingle.

Note: This phrase indicates openness to dating or seeking romantic relationships, contrasting with simply being single.

Bachelor

A man who is unmarried or not in a serious relationship.

Example: He's enjoying his life as a bachelor for now.

Note: While related to being single, 'bachelor' often connotes a more independent or carefree lifestyle.

Solo

Doing something alone or independently.

Example: I'm going to the movie solo tonight.

Note: 'Solo' emphasizes the act of being alone or doing things independently, whereas 'single' can refer more generally to one's relationship status.

Unattached

Not romantically involved or committed to anyone.

Example: She's currently unattached and enjoying her freedom.

Note: 'Unattached' specifically refers to the absence of romantic attachments, distinguishing it from the broader term 'single.'

Flying solo

Doing something independently without a companion or partner.

Example: She decided to attend the concert flying solo.

Note: Similar to 'solo,' 'flying solo' emphasizes independence and self-reliance, often in social or leisure activities.

Available

Open or free to engage in a romantic relationship.

Example: I heard he's single and available, maybe you should ask him out.

Note: 'Available' specifically suggests openness to beginning a romantic relationship, contrasting with just being 'single.'

I am currently single.

我目前是单身。

She is the only single person in our group.

她是我们小组里唯一的单身人士。

He decided to remain single for the rest of his life.

他决定一辈子保持单身。

Single - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)

Lemma: single

Conjugations

Adjective (Adjective): single

Noun, plural (Noun, plural): singles

Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): single

Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): singled

Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): singling

Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): singles

Verb, base form (Verb, base form): single

Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): single

Syllables, Separation and Stress

single Contains 2 syllables: sin • gle

Phonetic transcription: ˈsiŋ-gəl

sin gle , ˈsiŋ gəl (The red syllable is stressed)

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

single: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).

This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

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