independently
gb/ˌɪndɪpˈɛndəntli/ us/ˌɪndɪpˈɛndəntli/
B1
英語
~ 7700
語義
0件の語義
adverb
B1
property
1
without help or support from others
in a way where you do not need help or support from other people
用法パターン：
to do [something] independently
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes confuse the adverb "independently" with the adjective "independent" and say *"I want to live independent"* instead of "I want to live independently" or "I want to be independent." Another mistake is placing it in an unnatural position, for example *"He independently lives"; it is more natural to say "He lives independently."
類義語
on your own (More informal; strongly emphasizes doing something by yourself.)
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alone (Can suggest a lack of company or emotional isolation, not just lack of help.)
対義語
with help (Directly contrasts the idea of doing something without help.)
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dependently (Formal and rare; emphasizes needing others for support.)
コロケーション
live independently
|work independently
|study independently
|manage independently
|learn independently
|support yourself independently
テーマ
daily life
|work
|education
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
例文
- After university, she finally began living independently and paying her own bills.
- The course allows students to work independently at their own pace.
- He learned to walk again independently after months of physical therapy.
- The app helps older people live independently in their own homes.
- Children should gradually be encouraged to dress independently and take care of simple tasks.
学習者向け例文
- She now lives independently in a small apartment.
- The teacher asked us to work independently on the test.
- He can travel independently without his parents.
- I want to earn money and live independently.
- The child can eat independently without help.
adverb
B2
property
2
using your own judgment
in a way where you decide or think for yourself, not just follow other people
用法パターン：
to think independently
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes use "by myself" in formal writing where "independently" is more natural, especially with abstract verbs like "think" or "decide". For example, *"Students should think by themselves"* is understandable but less natural than "Students should think independently."
類義語
autonomously (More formal and often used about organizations, systems, or regions.)
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freely (Focuses more on lack of restriction, not necessarily careful personal judgment.)
対義語
obediently (Highlights following others' orders instead of using your own judgment.)
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conformingly (Rare word; expresses following group norms rather than thinking for yourself.)
コロケーション
think independently
|act independently
|vote independently
|decide independently
|judge independently
|report independently
テーマ
education
|society
|politics
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
例文
- Students are encouraged to think independently and question the information they are given.
- The committee must act independently and not be influenced by political pressure.
- He always votes independently, rather than simply supporting one party.
- Journalists should report independently, without fear or favor.
- The board is expected to judge independently whether the plan is in the public interest.
学習者向け例文
- Children should learn to think independently.
- The judge must decide independently.
- She likes to act independently and follow her own ideas.
- Journalists must work independently from the government.
- He tries to vote independently in every election.
adverb
B2
relation
3
separately, not connected or affecting
in a way where things are separate and do not control or affect each other
用法パターン：
to operate independently (of [something])
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes mix this sense with the idea of doing something "alone" and may say *"He works independently"* when they mean he works in a different department but still as part of a team. In technical or business contexts, "independently" here usually means separate operation, not physical isolation.
類義語
separately (Very close in meaning; does not always emphasize the lack of influence as strongly.)
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individually (Focuses more on each single person or item, not always the lack of connection.)
対義語
jointly (Emphasizes doing or operating together instead of separately.)
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interdependently (Stresses mutual influence or reliance instead of separation.)
コロケーション
operate independently
|function independently
|develop independently
|exist independently
|work independently of each other
|measured independently
テーマ
technology
|science
|business
|core_vocabulary
例文
- The two engines can run independently, so the vehicle can still move if one fails.
- Each department operates independently, with its own budget and management.
- The systems were designed to function independently during an emergency.
- The study measured each factor independently to avoid confusion in the results.
- The devices communicate independently over the network, without a central server.
学習者向け例文
- The two machines work independently.
- Each part moves independently from the others.
- The teams meet independently and do not share plans.
- These systems can run independently of each other.
- Each test is done independently to keep it fair.
adverb
B2
relation
4
regardless of another factor
used with "of" to say something is true even if another thing is different or changes
用法パターン：
independently of [something]
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes leave out "of" and say *"independently your age"* instead of "independently of your age." They may also choose "independently" where the simpler phrase "no matter" or "regardless of" is more natural in everyday speech.
類義語
regardless of (Very close in meaning; more general and often slightly more informal.)
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irrespective of (More formal; common in legal or official texts.)
対義語
because of (Expresses that something is influenced or caused by something, the opposite of being unaffected.)
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depending on (Shows that something changes with another factor, not independent of it.)
コロケーション
independently of age
|independently of background
|independently of size
|independently of their will
|independently of the result
|independently of each other
テーマ
law
|academia
|society
|science
|core_vocabulary
例文
- All candidates will be treated equally, independently of their age or nationality.
- The drug was shown to be effective independently of the patient's weight.
- The decision must be made independently of any external pressure.
- The results were consistent independently of the method used.
- The law applies to everyone, independently of social status.
学習者向け例文
- Everyone can join, independently of age.
- The rule is the same, independently of where you live.
- You will get support, independently of your income.
- The test was fair, independently of the school.
- The price stays the same, independently of the color.
文法
辞書形
independently
IPA
GB/ˌɪndɪpˈɛndəntli/
US/ˌɪndɪpˈɛndəntli/
音節・強勢
in - de - pend - ently （4音節）
Stress on 3rd syllable (pend)
活用形
Noun
- Base: independently
- Plural: independentlies
関連語
Forms
independentlies
noun
Core family
independent
adjective B1
independence
noun B1
Related words
depend
verb A2
dependency
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
dependent
adjective B1
dependence
noun B1
Advanced or less common
interdependent
adjective
interdependence
noun
表現
function independently
1/fˈʌŋkʃən ˌɪndɪpˈɛndəntli/
fixed phrase
operate on its own
to work or operate without needing to be controlled by another system or person
例文
- Each sensor can function independently, so the system is more reliable.
- The unit is designed to function independently in case of a power failure.
- The robot can function independently for up to eight hours.
independently of
1/ˌɪndɪpˈɛndəntli əv/
fixed phrase
not affected by something
used to say that something is true or happens even when another thing is different or changes
例文
- The service is available to all residents, independently of their income.
- These rights must be protected independently of political opinion.
- The study found the same result independently of the country where it was done.
live independently
1/lˈɪv ˌɪndɪpˈɛndəntli/
fixed phrase
live without needing support
to live in a way where you do not need daily help or money from other people
例文
- After her injury, his grandmother can no longer live independently.
- Many young adults want to live independently as soon as they finish school.
- The program helps disabled people learn to live independently.
think independently
1/θˈɪŋk ˌɪndɪpˈɛndəntli/
fixed phrase
form your own opinions
to use your own ideas and judgment instead of just following other people
例文
- Schools say they want students who can think independently.
- Parents hope their children will think independently and make good choices.
- The course teaches you to think independently about social problems.
work independently
1/wˈɚk ˌɪndɪpˈɛndəntli/
fixed phrase
do your job without help
to do your job or tasks without close control or help from other people
例文
- The company is looking for someone who can work independently and manage their own time.
- During the afternoon, students work independently on their projects.
- As a freelancer, she usually works independently from home.