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一人歩き 【ひとりあるき】

  1. [n,vs,vi] taking on a life of its own (of a rumour, etc.)
  2. [n,vs,vi] walking by oneself; taking a walk by oneself
  3. [n,vs,vi] walking unaided; being able to walk without help
  4. [n,vs,vi] standing on one's own feet; being independent; taking care of oneself
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Kanji in this word:

Kanji Meanings On Readings Kun Readings Grade
一 One, One Radical (no.1) イチ, イツ ひと-, ひと.つ 1
人 Person ジン, ニン ひと, -り, -と 1
歩 Walk, Counter For Steps ホ, ブ, フ ある.く, あゆ.む 2