JLPT N1 Advanced
一人歩き
Walking alone, becoming independent, or taking on a life of its own
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Other forms
ひとり歩き common alternative
独り歩き more formal/literary
一人歩きする verb form
1 Noun, Suru verb
Walking Alone
Refers to the physical act of walking without company or an infant taking their first steps without assistance.
Example
息子 が 1歳 に なって 、 やっと 一人歩き を 始めました 。
My son turned one and finally started walking on his own.
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2 Noun, Suru verb
Becoming Independent
Indicates reaching a state where an individual, organization, or project can function and sustain itself without external support.
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3 Noun, Suru verb
Taking on a Life of Its Own
Describes a situation where a rumor, plan, or piece of information spreads uncontrollably and detaches from the original intent.
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