A21K

UK/["/əˈləʊn/"]/US/["/əˈləʊn/"]/

Meaning of Alone

In simple words: by yourself; not with anyone else

Alone in a sentence

  • I like to spend some time alone to think about my day.
  • She felt alone in the crowded room, like nobody understood her.
  • He decided to travel alone to discover new places by himself.
  • Even though he was alone, he enjoyed his own company.
  • They left her alone in the house while they went out for dinner.

How to use Alone

Use 'alone' when referring to a state of being by oneself. It can be used positively (enjoying solitude) or negatively (feeling lonely). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where 'solitary' might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'a lone wolf' — a wolf all by itself.

Related words

Synonyms for Alone

Opposites of Alone

Common mistakes with Alone

  • 'alone' vs 'lonely', confused when feeling lonely
  • Using 'aloneness' as a noun incorrectly
  • Saying 'I am alone' when needing to report being safe; prefer 'I am okay.'

Compare Alone with Solitary, Single, Isolated

Alone appears in

Alone in other languages

More words like Alone

People also search for

  • Alone meaning
  • meaning of Alone
  • Alone definition
  • define Alone
  • what does Alone mean
  • Alone means
  • how to use Alone

Frequently asked questions about Alone

What does Alone mean?

by yourself; not with anyone else

What is the definition of Alone?

without any other people

How do you use Alone in a sentence?

I like to spend some time alone to think about my day.

Can you give another example of Alone?

She felt alone in the crowded room, like nobody understood her.

What are synonyms for Alone?

Common alternatives include solitary, single, by oneself, unaccompanied, isolated.

What is the opposite of Alone?

Opposite meanings include together, accompanied, with others.

What words go with Alone?

It commonly pairs with be, sit, stand, very much, all, completely, with, be, sit, stand, very much, all, completely, with, be, sit, stand, very much, all, completely, with.

What are common mistakes when using Alone?

'alone' vs 'lonely', confused when feeling lonely Using 'aloneness' as a noun incorrectly Saying 'I am alone' when needing to report being safe; prefer 'I am okay.'

How do you pronounce Alone?

US: /["/əˈləʊn/"]/, UK: /["/əˈləʊn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Alone?

Use 'alone' when referring to a state of being by oneself. It can be used positively (enjoying solitude) or negatively (feeling lonely). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where 'solitary' might be preferred.

What CEFR level is Alone?

"Alone" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.