Meaning of Self
In simple words: A word that refers to a person's own being or identity.
Self in a sentence
- Understanding one's self is a journey that requires introspection.
- She has a strong self that has helped her overcome many challenges.
- His self is shaped by his experiences and relationships.
- Some people struggle to find their self amidst societal expectations.
- The self can often be influenced by external factors and environment.
- He presented his self to the audience with confidence.
- Discovering your true self takes time and effort.
- The project aimed to explore the concept of the self in contemporary philosophy.
How to use Self
Used in contexts related to identity, self-reflection, and self-improvement. Avoid in rigid formal writing. In informal speech, it can be combined with other words (e.g., 'self-esteem').
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a selfie — a picture of yourself.
Related words
Collocations with Self
Synonyms for Self
- oneself
- identity
- ego
- personality
- selfhood
Common mistakes with Self
- Using 'self' in place of 'myself' in reflexive constructions.
- Confusing 'self' with other related terms like 'person' or 'identity'.
- Overusing 'self' in compound words without understanding their meanings.
Self appears in
Self in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ذات, نفس
كلمة تشير إلى كيان الشخص أو هويته الخاصة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
নিজেকে
এমন একটি শব্দ যা একজন ব্যক্তির নিজস্ব সত্তা বা পরিচয়কে বোঝায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Selbst
Ein Wort, das sich auf das eigene Sein oder die Identität einer Person bezieht.
- SpanishEspañol
Yo
Una palabra que se refiere al propio ser o identidad de una persona.
- Persianفارسی
خود
کلمهای که به وجود یا هویت شخص اشاره دارد.
- FrenchFrançais
Soi
Un mot qui fait référence à l'être ou à l'identité d'une personne.
- Hindiहिन्दी
स्वयं
एक शब्द जो किसी व्यक्ति के अपने अस्तित्व या पहचान को संदर्भित करता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Sé
Una parola che si riferisce al proprio essere o identità.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Eu
Uma palavra que se refere ao próprio ser ou identidade de uma pessoa.
- RussianРусский
Я, сам
Слово, обозначающее собственное существование или личность человека.
- Urduاردو
خود
ایک لفظ جو کسی شخص کے اپنے وجود یا شناخت کا حوالہ دیتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
自我
指一个人的存在或身份。
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Frequently asked questions about Self
What does Self mean?
A word that refers to a person's own being or identity.
What is the definition of Self?
the type of person you are, especially the way you normally behave, look or feel
How do you use Self in a sentence?
Understanding one's self is a journey that requires introspection.
Can you give another example of Self?
She has a strong self that has helped her overcome many challenges.
What are synonyms for Self?
Common alternatives include oneself, identity, ego, personality, selfhood.
What is the opposite of Self?
Opposite meanings include other, alien.
What words go with Self?
It commonly pairs with whole, real, true, reveal, discover, find, a loss of self, a sense of self, a shadow of your former self, whole, real, true, reveal, discover, find, a loss of self, a sense of self, a shadow of your former self.
What are common mistakes when using Self?
Using 'self' in place of 'myself' in reflexive constructions. Confusing 'self' with other related terms like 'person' or 'identity'. Overusing 'self' in compound words without understanding their meanings.
How do you pronounce Self?
US: /["/self/","/selvz/"]/, UK: /["/self/","/selvz/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Self?
Used in contexts related to identity, self-reflection, and self-improvement. Avoid in rigid formal writing. In informal speech, it can be combined with other words (e.g., 'self-esteem').
What CEFR level is Self?
"Self" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.

