1.
original; unique; distinctive
Having characteristics that are one's own; not copied from others.
独自の方法で解決する。
To solve it with a unique method.
独自の文化を持っている。
To have a distinctive culture.
独自技術を開発する。
To develop proprietary technology.
独自 is a na-adjective meaning unique, original, or proprietary - something distinctively one's own.
WORD FORMATION:
独 (alone) + 自 (self) - literally "of one's own."
FORMS:
- 独自の + noun: unique/original [noun]
- 独自に: independently (adverb)
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 独自の方法: unique method
- 独自の見解: original viewpoint
- 独自技術: proprietary technology
- 独自路線: independent course/path
- 独自開発: in-house development
SIMILAR: 特有 (characteristic), 固有 (inherent).