single
🇺🇸
/ˈsɪŋɡl/
🇬🇧
/ˈsɪŋɡl/
adjective
A2
existing alone or in a single unit
She made a single mistake on the test.
A2
for one person or thing
I booked a single room.
A2
not involved in a romantic relationship
He is single and looking for love.
A2
one way, not return
I need a single ticket to the game.
B2
referring to one particular item or person
I want to focus on a single issue.
noun
A2
a one-way ticket
I bought a single to the concert.
A2
a room for one person
The hotel offers single rooms for £60 per night.
R
a person who is not married
There are many singles in the club.
R
a song released separately for sale
Their new single is very popular.
R
a one-dollar bill
I have a few singles in my wallet.
R
a game played against one opponent
She won the singles match in straight sets.
R
a hit that scores one run
R
a hit that only allows the player to reach first base
translation
existing alone or in a single unit; for one person or thing; not involved in a romantic relationship; one way, not return; referring to one particular item or person
a one-way ticket; a room for one person; a person who is not married; a song released separately for sale; a one-dollar bill; a game played against one opponent; a hit that scores one run; a hit that only allows the player to reach first base
Word Forms
Plural
singles