noun phrase HSK 1
Traditional 一個人
one person · alone · by oneself
Meaning
This phrase literally means 'one person' but is commonly used to express being alone or doing something by oneself. It can describe physical solitude or the state of being single/unaccompanied.
Usage
Native speakers use this phrase both literally (to count one person) and idiomatically (to emphasize being alone or independent). It frequently appears in contexts describing loneliness, independence, or solo activities. The tone can be neutral, melancholic, or empowering depending on context.
Examples
- 01我习惯一个人住。.I'm used to living alone.
- 02房间里只有一个人。.There is only one person in the room.
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Common collocations
- 一个人生活to live alone
- 一个人旅行to travel alone
- 一个人吃饭to eat alone
- 只有一个人only one person
Antonyms
Origin
This is a straightforward compositional phrase combining the number 'one', the most common measure word for people, and the word for 'person'. No special etymological background.