- once; one time; on one occasion
- temporarily; for a momentonly applies to ひとたび
- one degree; one tone; one musical intervalonly applies to いちど
noun (common) (futsuumeishi); adverb (fukushi)
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- once; one time; on one occasion
- temporarily; for a moment
- one degree; one tone; one musical interval
This meaning refers to an occurrence that happens a single time. It is often used to indicate that something happened in the past or will happen in the future.
This meaning indicates a brief or transient period during which something happens. It can be applied to situations where something is only valid or true for a short time.
This usage relates to measurements in music and science, indicating a specific value or step in a scale. It's common in contexts involving music theory or temperature measurement.
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4. Just before bringing it to the boil, set to a low flame and remove the scum again.
The novel I'm writing next is set in a love hotel so I wanted to see what one actually looks like.
Of course. Now that you say that, certainly Ms Tanaka wasn't shot even once in the mock battles.
Sheep and horses are set out to pasture, there are sheepdogs too. How about giving it a visit once?