1.
for one's own exclusive use; personal; private
Something designated for or reserved for one person's use only. Used as a noun or as a modifier with の.
自分専用のパソコンがほしい。
I want my own personal computer.
これは自分専用のマグカップです。
This is my personal mug.
子供に自分専用の部屋を与えることにした。
We decided to give the child their own private room.
A compound meaning something exclusively for oneself. Emphasizes personal ownership or exclusive access, in contrast to shared items.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 自分専用の部屋: one's own room
- 自分専用のパソコン: one's own computer
- 自分専用の道具: one's own tools
- 自分専用の机: one's own desk
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 専用: exclusive use — the base word, which can modify any owner (not just oneself)
- 個人用: for individual use — more formal
- 私物: personal belongings — refers to owned items rather than designated use
FORMATION:
自分 (oneself) + 専用 (exclusive use)