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Definition of solopreneur

solopreneur

/ˌsoʊloʊprəˈnɝ/
so · lo · pre · neur
Plural:solopreneurs
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Adjective:solopreneurial
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solopreneur Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An individual who establishes, manages, and assumes the risks of a business enterprise independently, without the assistance of partners or permanent employees.

Example

"By automating her invoicing and marketing, the solopreneur was able to scale her consulting business without hiring an assistant."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While a freelancer typically exchanges time and specific skills for direct client payment, a solopreneur builds an independent business system or brand that generates revenue without hiring permanent staff.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as a portmanteau blending 'solo' (from Italian, meaning 'alone') and 'entrepreneur' (from French, meaning 'one who undertakes').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Solopreneur. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/solopreneur
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