ただ一度

tada ichido
phraseIntermediate just once
formalinformal

only once; just one time; a single opportunity

この映画はただ一度しか見られない

This movie can only be seen once.

彼はただ一度だけ日本に行ったことがある

He has only been to Japan once.

💡

Often used to emphasize the uniqueness or finality of an opportunity or experience.

Collocations

ただ一度のチャンスthe only chanceただ一度の機会the only opportunity

Related Phrases

💡Pro Tip

Emphasis on Uniqueness

This phrase is often used to highlight that an opportunity or experience is rare and should not be missed.

Gold Rule

Context Matters

Use this phrase when referring to something that happens only once, not for repeated events.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 'ただ' (only) and '一度' (once), emphasizing singularity.

📝Usage Notes

Used to express that something happens or is available only one time, often with a sense of finality or uniqueness.

Word Breakdown

ただ
only
adverb
+
一度
once
noun
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