Jednotlivec
Jednotlivec is a Czech term used primarily in philosophy, sociology, and related disciplines to refer to an individual human being, as distinct from a group or collective. It is employed when the focus is on the person as a discrete entity with agency, rights, or identity, rather than on populations or categories.
Etymology and form: The word is formed from the numeral jeden (one) and a productive suffix that
Usage and context: In academic writing, jednotlivec contrasts with kolektiv (the collective) or skupina (group). It
Register and alternatives: The term is specialized and more common in scholarly texts. In everyday language,
See also: osoba, člověk, identita, kolektiv, individualismus.
Notes: The precise meaning of jednotlivec can vary by author and discipline, and its usage is often