Meaning of Individual
a person considered separately rather than as part of a group
In simple words: A single person or thing.
Individual in a sentence
- Each individual has their own unique experiences.
- The conference attracted many individuals from different countries.
- As an individual, it's important to express your own opinions.
- This treatment is designed for individuals with specific needs.
- Every individual in the team played a crucial role in the project.
How to use Individual
Commonly used to refer to a single person in various contexts. Avoid using in formal or legal contexts unless necessary, where terms like 'party' might be more appropriate.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'individually wrapped candies' – each candy is one individual piece.
Related words
Collocations with Individual
Opposites of Individual
Common mistakes with Individual
- Confused with 'individuals' when referring to a group.
- Omitting 'the' before 'individual' in certain contexts.
Compare Individual with Person, Single, Entity, Member, Soul
Individual appears in
Individual in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
فرد
شخص أو شيء واحد.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ব্যক্তি
একজন ব্যক্তি বা জিনিস।
- GermanDeutsch
Individuum
Eine einzelne Person oder Sache.
- SpanishEspañol
Individuo
Una sola persona o cosa.
- Persianفارسی
فرد
یه آدم یا یه چیز تنها.
- FrenchFrançais
Individu
Une seule personne ou chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
व्यक्ति
एक अकेला व्यक्ति या चीज़।
- ItalianItaliano
Individuo
Una singola persona o cosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Indivíduo
Uma única pessoa ou coisa.
- RussianРусский
Индивид, отдельный человек
Один человек или одна вещь.
- Urduاردو
فردی, انفرادی
ایک اکیلا شخص یا چیز۔
- Chinese中文
个体
一个单独的人或事物。
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Frequently asked questions about Individual
What does Individual mean?
A single person or thing.
What is the definition of Individual?
a person considered separately rather than as part of a group
How do you use Individual in a sentence?
Each individual has their own unique experiences.
Can you give another example of Individual?
The conference attracted many individuals from different countries.
What are synonyms for Individual?
Common alternatives include person, single, entity, member, soul.
What is the opposite of Individual?
Opposite meanings include group, collection, community.
What words go with Individual?
It commonly pairs with outstanding, talented, key, class, group, treat somebody as, differ, vary, no one individual, no single individual, any one individual, outstanding, talented, key, class, group, treat somebody as, differ, vary, no one individual, no single individual, any one individual.
What are common mistakes when using Individual?
Confused with 'individuals' when referring to a group. Omitting 'the' before 'individual' in certain contexts.
How do you pronounce Individual?
US: /["/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/"]/, UK: /["/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Individual?
Commonly used to refer to a single person in various contexts. Avoid using in formal or legal contexts unless necessary, where terms like 'party' might be more appropriate.
What CEFR level is Individual?
"Individual" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.









