duk6 hang4 hap6獨行俠独行侠
Jyutpingduk6 hang4 hap6
Yaleduhk hàhng hahp
Definition
A lone wolf; someone who is accustomed to doing things on their own.
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How it's used
Originally referring to the solitary hero archetype in wuxia literature, the term has evolved into a common label for anyone who prefers to work or travel alone. It carries a slightly cool or detached nuance, implying independence rather than social anxiety or loneliness. It is frequently used in casual conversation to describe friends who rarely join group activities.
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He likes being a lone wolf usually, he doesn't like eating with others.
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Common phrases
to act as a lone wolf
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is lonely or sad about being alone, as it implies a deliberate choice to be solitary. It is a descriptive label for a personality type, not a term for social isolation.
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Grammar guides
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