How to Say ‘One (counter for items)’ in Japanese
ひとつ
hito tsu
[hee-toh tsoo]
💬 Usage Tip: Casual counting word for small items. In ordering, it naturally pairs with [〜をひとつ].
🇯🇵 In Japan: At counters, you’ll also hear [お一つ] (more polite) from staff, but your [ひとつ] is fine.
Phrase Breakdown
ひと
hito
[hee-toh]
One (counter: one item)
The first part of ひとつ (“one”). Often used when ordering: 〜をひとつ.
ハンバーガーをひとつください。
One hamburger, please.
つ
tsu
[tsoo]
Counter ending (completes ひとつ)
Combines with ひと to make ひとつ (“one item”). Used for ordering one of something.
ポテトもひとつください。
One order of fries too, please.
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