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unmarried

の-AdjectiveNoun

Definitions

1. unmarried
2. not yet married

This noun or な-adjective describes the state of being unmarried or never having been married. It is used in official documents, surveys, or everyday conversation to indicate that a person has not yet wed, and contrasts with 既婚 (married).

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"If you're single, I know someone I can set you up with," my friend said.

Sentence 2

He laughed and said, "Staying single is just easier."

Sentence 3

The press also touched on the fact that the winner was unmarried.

Sentence 4

Being unmarried at the time of application is a requirement.

Sentence 5

The recent report highlighted regional disparities in the rate of unmarried people.