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consisting of one part or element; not diverse or varied
这个国家的经济过于依赖单一产业。
This country's economy relies too heavily on a single industry.
我们需要避免单一的思维模式。
We need to avoid a single-minded way of thinking.
Often used in economic, political, or social contexts to describe lack of diversity.
While '单一' often translates to 'single' or 'mono-', it emphasizes lack of diversity rather than just quantity. For example, '单一文化' (single culture) implies cultural homogeneity, not just one culture existing.
In economic contexts, '单一产业' (single industry) may imply economic vulnerability. In social contexts, '单一思维' (single-minded thinking) suggests rigidity. Always consider the domain.
From Classical Chinese '单' (dān, 'single') and '一' (yī, 'one'), combining to mean 'sole' or 'unified'. The compound emphasizes singularity without variation.
Used to describe systems, cultures, economies, or policies that lack diversity. In formal contexts, it often carries a neutral or slightly negative connotation, implying potential vulnerability or inflexibility.