Meaning

Primary

Isolation

Alternatives

Alone, Friendless

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

When orphans stand, they stand in isolationalone and friendless. Orphans don't have any parents, so this world can be a pretty cruel place for them. It's really sad.

Reading

こりつ
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

ある事件があって、職場で孤立してしまったんです。

A certain incident occurred, and I found myself alone and friendless at work.

Kanji Composition