ひとつ

hitotsu
nounBeginner one
general

The Japanese word for the number one, often used to count objects or people.

ひとつだけお願いします。

Just one, please.

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Commonly used in counting and when referring to a single item or person.

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💡Pro Tip

Counting Objects

Use 'ひとつ' to count small objects or people, such as 'ひとつのりんご' (one apple).

Gold Rule

Counter Usage

In Japanese, counters like 'ひとつ' are essential for counting objects correctly.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the kanji '一' (one) and the counter 'つ' used for small objects or people.

📝Usage Notes

Often used in casual conversation and counting. Can also be used metaphorically to refer to a single instance or idea.

Word Breakdown

one
kanji
+
counter for small objects/people
suffix
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