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单独
dāndú
Description
"单独"的意思是一个人或一个东西，没有别人在一起。
"单独" means one person or one thing, without others together.
我们常常说"单独一个人"或者"单独做一件事"。
We often say "单独一个人" or "单独做一件事".
Meanings
单独dāndú
alone; by oneself; on one's own
我想单独和你谈谈。
I want to talk to you alone.
单独dāndú
separately; individually; on its own
这个问题我们单独讨论。
Let's discuss this issue separately.
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Notes
- Etymology
单 (single) + 独 (alone), two similar characters combined for emphasis.
- Nuance
单独 stresses being apart from others; 独立 means independent in ability or status.
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