Pronunciation

/sɪŋɡl/

Definitions

Noun

1. Single: A person not married or in a committed relationship. Example: “She decided to live a single life after the breakup.”
2. Single unit: One item or piece. Example: “The package contains a single CD.”
3. Unpaired: Not matched or accompanied by another. Example: “Each drawer had a single key.”
4. Monotonic: Concerning a song with only one melody line. Example: “The song had a catchy single chorus.”

Verb

1. To be single: To not have a romantic partner. Example: “After a long-term relationship, he’s now single again.”
2. To live single: To live alone. Example: “She chose to live single, focusing on her career.”
3. To buy/sell a single: To purchase or sell a single item. Example: “I’ll take a single copy of that book.”

Adjective

1. Unmatched: Having no pair or counterpart. Example: “The table had a single lamp.”
2. Simple: Without complexity or multiple parts. Example: “A single-syllable word is easy to remember.”
3. Primary: Most important or significant. Example: “Her single contribution made a big impact.”

Phrases

• “Being single” or “Living单身”
• “A single serving” for a small amount intended for one person
• “A single parent” or “Single-handedly”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She’s been enjoying the freedom of being single since the divorce.”
• Verb: “He decided to buy a single ticket for the concert.”
• Adjective: “The room had a single large window letting in natural light.”

Synonyms

• Solo
• Unattached
• Lone
• Single-minded
• Unaccompanied