Cool MateMeaning of Selfies
A self-portrait photograph typically taken with a smartphone.
In simple words: A photo you take of yourself, usually with a phone.
Selfies in a sentence
- She loves taking selfies at the beach during sunset.
- He posted a series of funny selfies on his social media.
- After the concert, we took a group selfie to remember the day.
- Selfies have become a popular way to express one's personality.
- I think we should take a selfie to capture this moment.
- She always takes the best selfies with the perfect lighting.
How to use Selfies
Used often in casual conversations. Avoid in formal contexts. Common among younger people.
Grammar pattern
take + selfies
Memory hint
Think of 'self' + 'ie' like a friendly way to say 'me' in a picture.
Related words
Collocations with Selfies
- take selfies
- post selfies
- share selfies
Synonyms for Selfies
- self-portrait
- photo of oneself
- selfie
Opposites of Selfies
- group photos
- portraits
Common mistakes with Selfies
- Confused with 'self-portrait', which is typically taken by someone else.
- Using the plural form incorrectly; 'selfies' is always plural unless using 'selfie' as a singular.
- Overusing in formal writing where it might seem unprofessional.
Selfies appears in
Selfies in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
صور سيلفي
صورة تاخدها لنفسك، عادة بالموبايل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সেলফি
নিজের তোলা একটা ছবি, সাধারণত ফোন দিয়ে।
- GermanDeutsch
Selfies
Ein Foto, das du von dir selbst machst, meistens mit dem Handy.
- SpanishEspañol
Selfies
Una foto que te tomas a ti mismo, normalmente con el móvil.
- Persianفارسی
سلفیها
عکسی که از خودت میگیری، معمولاً با گوشی.
- FrenchFrançais
Selfies
Une photo que tu te prends, d'habitude avec ton téléphone.
- Hindiहिन्दी
सेल्फ़ी
एक तस्वीर जो आप खुद की लेते हैं, आमतौर पर फोन से।
- ItalianItaliano
Selfie
Una foto che ti fai da solo, di solito con il telefono.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Selfies
Uma foto que você tira de si mesmo, geralmente com um celular.
- RussianРусский
Селфи
Фотография, которую ты делаешь сам, обычно на телефон.
- Urduاردو
سیلفی
ایک تصویر جو آپ خود لیتے ہیں، عام طور پر فون سے۔
- Chinese中文
自拍
你自己用手机拍的照片。
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- PleaseA1
used as a polite way of asking for something or telling somebody to do something
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Frequently asked questions about Selfies
What does Selfies mean?
A photo you take of yourself, usually with a phone.
What is the definition of Selfies?
A self-portrait photograph typically taken with a smartphone.
How do you use Selfies in a sentence?
She loves taking selfies at the beach during sunset.
Can you give another example of Selfies?
He posted a series of funny selfies on his social media.
What are synonyms for Selfies?
Common alternatives include self-portrait, photo of oneself, selfie.
What is the opposite of Selfies?
Opposite meanings include group photos, portraits.
What words go with Selfies?
It commonly pairs with take selfies, post selfies, share selfies.
What are common mistakes when using Selfies?
Confused with 'self-portrait', which is typically taken by someone else. Using the plural form incorrectly; 'selfies' is always plural unless using 'selfie' as a singular. Overusing in formal writing where it might seem unprofessional.
How do you pronounce Selfies?
US: //ˈsɛlfi//, UK: //ˈsɛlfi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Selfies formal or informal?
"Selfies" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Selfies?
Used often in casual conversations. Avoid in formal contexts. Common among younger people.