Common Mistakes in Japanese: Understanding 独身 (どくしん)
When learning Japanese, navigating the nuances of vocabulary and expressions can be a delightful yet tricky adventure. Today, we delve into a common misunderstanding surrounding the term 独身 (どくしん dokushin). Let's break down a classroom scenario between two students and me: Anna: Alex, do you have a girlfriend now?（今 (いま) アレックスさんは彼女 (かのじょ) がいますか。） Alex: No, but I wasn't single. （いいえ、でも私 (わたし) は独身 (どくしん)