Self

Pronunciation: /sɛlf/

Definitions of self

noun a person's essential being that distinguishes them from others

Example Sentences

A1 I need to take care of myself.

A2 She hurt herself while playing soccer.

B1 It's important to have a strong sense of self.

B2 He is confident in himself and his abilities.

C1 Self-reflection is key to personal growth.

C2 She has a deep understanding of herself and her place in the world.

adjective of, by, in, or with oneself or itself

Example Sentences

A1 I am learning to be more self-reliant.

A2 She has a self-taught approach to painting.

B1 He has a self-assured attitude in social situations.

B2 The CEO's self-made success story is inspiring.

C1 Her self-discipline and dedication led to her promotion.

C2 His self-awareness and emotional intelligence make him a great leader.

Examples of self in a Sentence

formal It is important to practice self-discipline in order to achieve your goals.

informal I need to work on my self-control when it comes to eating junk food.

slang She's all about that self-love and positivity.

figurative Sometimes we need to look within ourselves to find the answers we seek.

Grammatical Forms of self

• past tense: selves
• plural: selves
• comparative: more self
• superlative: most self
• present tense: self
• future tense: will self
• perfect tense: have selfed
• continuous tense: is selfing
• singular: self
• positive degree: self
• infinitive: to self
• gerund: selfing
• participle: selfed

Origin and Evolution of self

First Known Use: 1000 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'self' originated from Old English word 'self', which is derived from Proto-Germanic word 'selbaz' meaning 'self, same'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'self' has evolved to encompass not just the individual person, but also the sense of identity, consciousness, and personal characteristics.