selbst

Meaning and Usage

"Selbst" translates to "self" or "oneself" in German, often emphasizing the individual responsibility, action, or identity of a person.

Linguistic Analysis

The word "selbst" is an adverb and does not change its form in different contexts.

Comparisons between German and English

"Selbst" corresponds to "self" in English, highlighting the individual's agency, identity, or action within a specific context.

Example Sentences

1. Sie hat das selbst gemacht. (She did it herself.)
2. Ich gehe selbst einkaufen. (I am going shopping myself.)

Memory Tips

Connect "selbst" with the English word "self" to remember its meaning and usage, focusing on the individual's responsibility or action.

Additional Vocabulary

Synonyms: eigenhändig (on one's own), persönlich (personally) Antonyms: fremd (foreign), abhängig (dependent)

Gender and Plural (for nouns)

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