THE INDEFINITE PRONOUN ОДИН

Abstract

In modern linguistics, the lexeme один has many classifications, it combines the functions of a numeral, indefinite pronoun, and an amplifying-restrictive particle. The paper compares the use of the indefinite pronoun one in the Russian and French languages, indicates the similarities and differences in the translation of this word. In particular, the article reveals the characteristic features of its use, gives specific examples. At the same time, the authors attempt to identify the main difficulties that are directly related to the use of this pronoun in practical activities. The conclusion is formed and substantiated that these difficulties are caused by various functions of the given lexeme, as well as its similarities with other lexemes. It is noted that in French the meaning of similar pronouns is not always detailed, which significantly complicates the perception of some sentences. The author gives various options for using the pronoun, as well as recommendations aimed at ensuring that its use is always correctly understood and appreciated by the reader. The author pays special attention to the comparison with the French language, since a comparative analysis of this kind has been carried out more than once in the scientific literature, and represents a certain research interest. In the process of comparative analysis, the authors also give specific examples, which greatly simplify the perception of information by the reader. Moreover, the use of the pronoun in different types of speech is considered, since this plays an important role in its use. At the end of the analysis, the authors indicate at a wide range of functions of the considered pronoun.