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individual

/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/

A single person as distinct from a group, class, or family. It is often used to highlight one person's unique character or their specific role within a society.

例文

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1

Every individual in the class had a different idea for the project.

Every individual in the class had a different idea for the project.

2

The law is designed to protect the rights of the individual.

The law is designed to protect the rights of the individual.

3

He's a very interesting individual with lots of stories.

He's a very interesting individual with lots of stories.

語族

名詞
individual
Verb
individualize
副詞
individually
形容詞
individual
関連
individuality
💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of 'in-divide-ual'—an individual is one person who cannot be divided into pieces.

クイックテスト

The rights of the _______ must be respected by the government.

正解!

正解は: individual

例文

1

Every individual in the class had a different idea for the project.

everyday

Every individual in the class had a different idea for the project.

2

The law is designed to protect the rights of the individual.

formal

The law is designed to protect the rights of the individual.

3

He's a very interesting individual with lots of stories.

informal

He's a very interesting individual with lots of stories.

4

Researchers studied each individual over a period of six months.

academic

Researchers studied each individual over a period of six months.

5

Our goal is to provide a service that meets the needs of every individual.

business

Our goal is to provide a service that meets the needs of every individual.

語族

名詞
individual
Verb
individualize
副詞
individually
形容詞
individual
関連
individuality

よく使う組み合わせ

unique individual unique individual
private individual private individual
talented individual talented individual
freedom of the individual freedom of the individual
single individual single individual

よく使うフレーズ

as an individual

as an individual

the rights of the individual

the rights of the individual

respect for the individual

respect for the individual

よく混同される語

individual vs person

'Person' is the standard everyday word, while 'individual' is more formal or technical, often used in legal or scientific contexts.

📝

使い方のコツ

Use this word when you want to distinguish one person from a group. It sounds more formal and objective than 'person'.

⚠️

よくある間違い

Avoid using 'individual' in very casual settings like 'I met a nice individual at the party,' as it sounds overly clinical.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of 'in-divide-ual'—an individual is one person who cannot be divided into pieces.

📖

語源

Derived from the Latin 'individualis', meaning indivisible or single.

文法パターン

Countable noun: one individual, two individuals Always used with the article 'an' (an individual)
🌍

文化的な背景

Western societies often place a high value on the needs and rights of the individual over the group.

クイックテスト

The rights of the _______ must be respected by the government.

正解!

正解は: individual

関連フレーズ

関連単語

principled

C2

Acting in accordance with morality and high standards of behavior. It describes a person or an action guided by a strict set of values and integrity rather than by personal gain or convenience.

analytical

C1

Relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning to understand something by breaking it down into its constituent parts. It describes a systematic approach to problem-solving and the ability to evaluate information critically.

authorize

C1

To grant official permission or legal power to someone to perform a specific action or to allow something to happen. It typically involves a formal process or a person in a position of authority validating a request or procedure.

beneficial

B2

Beneficial describes something that has a good effect or promotes well-being. It is frequently used in formal or academic contexts to highlight the advantages or positive outcomes of a specific action, substance, or situation.

consistent

C2

The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.

constitutional

C2

Relating to the fundamental principles or established laws that govern a state or organization. It can also refer to an individual's physical health or inherent temperament.

define

C1

A precise statement or explanation of the meaning, nature, or scope of a word, concept, or thing. It is also used to describe the degree of clarity and detail in an image or sound.

contextual

B2

Relating to the circumstances or setting in which something exists or occurs. It describes information that helps explain the meaning of an event, statement, or idea by looking at its surroundings.

contractor

C1

A person or company that performs work or provides goods and services under a specific legal agreement. Unlike a regular employee, a contractor is usually hired for a specific project or a fixed period of time as an independent entity.

derive

B2

To obtain, receive, or trace something from a specific source or origin. It is commonly used to describe getting a benefit, a feeling, or a logical conclusion from something else.

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