一点
Meanings
Refers to a small physical mark, spot, or a single point in space. Often used in descriptions of visual details or locations.
I put a single dot on the map.
I saw a single point of light in the night sky.
one point; one matter; one detail
Used when referring to a single aspect, issue, or detail in a discussion or explanation. Often appears in formal or explanatory contexts.
Let me confirm just one point about this matter.
There was just one unclear detail in his explanation.
one point; one mark
Used for scores in games, exams, or competitions. Often with counters or in contexts of scoring.
I failed the exam by just one point.
He won the match by a single point.
one item; one article; one piece
Used when counting individual items, especially in lists, collections, or commercial contexts. Emphasizes a single unit.
This set was missing just one piece.
I purchased just one item from the exhibited pieces.
Used with negative expressions to mean 'not even a little bit' or 'not a trace'. Emphasizes complete absence.
There wasn't the slightest cloud on his face.
Not a speck of dust was on the floor of that room.
Usage patterns
- 一点を見つめるto stare fixedly at a single point
She was staring fixedly at a single point on the wall.
- 一点だけ〈動詞〉to do something regarding just one point/detail
Please let me confirm just one point.
- 一点差で〈動詞〉to win/lose by a single point
The team won by a single point.
- 一点の〈事〉もないnot even a trace of (doubt, blemish, etc.)
There isn't a shred of doubt in his story.
- 〈物〉を一点購入するto purchase a single item
I bought one dress that I liked.
- 一点を取るto score a single point
We finally scored a single point in the second half.
Expressions
- 一点突破single-point breakthrough; concentrated effort on one objective
- 一点一画もおろそかにしないbe meticulous; pay attention to every detail