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Alone

əˈloʊn
Very common
~ 1500
~ 1500
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Alone -

Being by oneself without anyone else present

Example: She preferred to be alone in her room to read.
Usage: formalContext: academic or professional settings
Note: Often used to indicate solitude or privacy.

Without any other people

Example: He was alone at the party as his friends didn't show up.
Usage: informalContext: casual conversations
Note: Can imply a sense of loneliness or isolation.

Unique or singular in a particular aspect

Example: She was alone in her ability to solve the puzzle.
Usage: formalContext: academic or professional discussions
Note: Used to highlight exceptional qualities or characteristics.

Alone's synonyms

Solo

Solo means to do something alone or without others. It is often used in the context of performances, trips, or activities.
Example: She decided to go on a solo trip to Europe.
Note: Solo is commonly used in the context of performing or accomplishing tasks independently.

Solitary

Solitary refers to being alone or isolated from others. It often implies a sense of seclusion or being apart from society.
Example: He preferred the solitary life of a writer in a remote cabin.
Note: Solitary emphasizes the sense of being physically or emotionally isolated.

Lonely

Lonely describes the feeling of sadness or isolation resulting from being alone or lacking companionship.
Example: She felt lonely after her friends moved away.
Note: Lonely carries a more emotional connotation, focusing on the feeling of being alone rather than just the state of being by oneself.

Isolated

Isolated means being separated or detached from others, often physically or socially.
Example: The small village was isolated from the rest of the world.
Note: Isolated implies a lack of connection or interaction with others, emphasizing the separation from a group or community.

Lone

Lone refers to being the only one or single in a particular context. It can also convey a sense of independence or self-sufficiency.
Example: The lone tree stood tall in the middle of the field.
Note: Lone emphasizes being the only one in a specific situation or setting, often highlighting uniqueness or individuality.

Alone expressions, common phrases

Be alone

To be by oneself without the presence or help of others.
Example: I prefer to be alone when I'm working on important tasks.
Note: The emphasis is on the state of being solitary rather than the word 'alone' alone.

Leave someone alone

To stop bothering or disturbing someone.
Example: Please leave me alone while I'm studying.
Note: Implies not just being separate but also not intruding on someone's space or time.

Alone time

Time spent by oneself without others around.
Example: I enjoy having some alone time to relax and unwind.
Note: Refers to a specific period of time rather than just the general state of being alone.

Feel alone

To experience a sense of loneliness or isolation.
Example: After moving to a new city, I often feel alone and homesick.
Note: Emphasizes the emotional aspect of being by oneself.

Leave alone

To not interfere with or bother someone or something.
Example: I told you to leave the stray cat alone and not scare it away.
Note: Similar to 'leave someone alone' but can be used for objects or animals as well.

Alone in a crowd

To feel isolated or lonely even when surrounded by others.
Example: Despite being at a party, she felt alone in a crowd of people she didn't know.
Note: Contrasts being physically surrounded by people with the emotional sense of being alone.

Go it alone

To do something independently without assistance or support.
Example: She decided to go it alone and start her own business without partners.
Note: Implies taking action or making decisions independently rather than being in a state of solitude.

Alone everyday (slang) expressions

Flying solo

To do something alone without any companions or partners.
Example: I'm not bringing a date to the party, just flying solo.
Note: While 'alone' simply refers to being by oneself, 'flying solo' often implies a sense of independence and self-sufficiency.

Lone wolf

A person who prefers to be alone and handle things by themselves.
Example: He's always been a bit of a lone wolf, preferring to work on his own.
Note: Unlike 'alone,' which is a temporary state, being a 'lone wolf' suggests a more permanent or habitual preference for solitude.

Riding solo

To be alone or doing something independently without the need for others.
Example: I don't need company, I'm perfectly fine riding solo on this road trip.
Note: Similar to 'flying solo,' 'riding solo' implies a sense of self-reliance and contentment in being by oneself.

Solo dolo

Doing something alone or independently without involving others.
Example: She decided to go solo dolo to the concert after her friends canceled.
Note: Derived from 'solo' and 'dolo' (short for 'dolor,' meaning 'sorrow' or 'pain' in Latin), it conveys a sense of being alone but also hints at facing challenges or disappointments without support.

On your own

Having to manage or deal with something independently without assistance.
Example: You'll have to figure it out on your own; I can't help you right now.
Note: While 'alone' simply signifies being by oneself, 'on your own' implies taking full responsibility and control without external support or guidance.

Going solo

Choosing to undertake a task or activity by oneself rather than with others.
Example: I'm tired of group projects; I'm going solo on this one.
Note: 'Going solo' emphasizes the decision to operate independently, often due to a preference for individual work or a desire for autonomy.

Doing it on your lonesome

Doing something entirely alone without involving others or seeking help.
Example: He's always been stubborn, insisting on doing it on his lonesome.
Note: 'Lonesome' adds a slightly melancholic or isolated connotation to 'doing it alone,' suggesting a sense of solitude or loneliness in the solo endeavor.

Alone - Examples

I feel alone in this big city.
She prefers to live alone.
The old house looked abandoned and alone.

Alone grammar

Alone - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: alone
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): alone
Adverb (Adverb): alone
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Alone Contains 1 syllables: alone
Phonetic transcription: ə-ˈlōn
alone , ə ˈlōn (The red syllable is stressed)

Alone - Importance and usage frequency

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.
Alone: ~ 1500 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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