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VocabJLPT N1

one person

NounAdverb

Definitions

1. one person
2. being alone
3. being single

This common noun and counter means one person, or refers to being alone. It is used both to count a single individual and to express the idea of doing something by oneself, as in doing something alone without help.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Even so, in the end you're the only one who can make the call.

Sentence 2

The server asked me, "Are you here by yourself?"

Sentence 3

There was one elderly person collapsed at the intersection.

Sentence 4

"I love walking on my own," she said with a smile.

Sentence 5

One person's objection is enough to shut the whole plan down — seriously!