1.
horizontal line; single row; side by side in a line
A formation where people or things are arranged in one line from left to right (as opposed to a vertical column). Used for physical arrangements and figuratively for equal status.
横一列に並ぶ。
To line up in a horizontal row.
椅子を横一列に並べた。
I arranged the chairs in a single row.
子供たちが横一列に手をつないで歩いている。
The children are walking in a line, holding hands side by side.
A compound of 横 (horizontal, side) and 一列 (single row/line). Describes a formation where people or objects are arranged in a single horizontal line, side by side.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 横一列に並ぶ: to line up in a horizontal row
- 横一列に並べる: to arrange in a horizontal row
- 横一列になる: to form a horizontal line
FIGURATIVE USE:
Sometimes used to describe a situation where everyone is on equal footing with no one ahead or behind: 横一列のスタート (everyone starting on equal terms).
OPPOSITE:
- 縦一列: in a vertical column / single file — arranged front to back
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 一列: single line — without specifying horizontal or vertical orientation
- 横並び: side by side; keeping pace with others — often figurative