один

This is the 8581st most frequent Russian word.


один

"One."


In this sentence, 'один' is used as a numeral meaning 'one', specifying the quantity of the object being referred to.

Я хочу один бутерброд.

I want one sandwich.


Here, 'одна' is the feminine form of 'один' and is used to mean 'alone', indicating isolation or singular presence.

Она живёт в квартире одна.

She lives in the apartment alone.


In this context, 'один' is used within a phrase 'один из' meaning 'one of', introducing a part of a set.

Один из моих друзей приехал на праздник.

One of my friends came to the celebration.