der/die Alleinstehende
Translation
single person, person living alone
Examples
Als Alleinstehender hat man viel Freiheit.
As a single person, one has a lot of freedom.
Es gibt viele Wohnungen für Alleinstehende.
There are many flats for single people.
Grammar Patterns
((as)) a single person Als Alleinstehender lebt er in der Stadt.
((sth.)) for single people This flat is ideal for single people.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Single, Ledige(r) (unmarried person); Antonyms: Verheiratete(r) (married person)
Etymology
From 'allein' (alone) + 'stehend' (standing). Literally 'person standing alone'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a person who is 'standing alone' ('allein stehend') in life, without a partner.