Dictionary
English - Korean

Herself

hərˈsɛlf
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

그녀 자신, 자기 자신, 그녀 스스로, 그녀에 의해

Herself meanings in Korean

그녀 자신

Example:
She believes in herself.
그녀는 자신을 믿는다.
She did it all by herself.
그녀는 모든 것을 혼자서 해냈다.
Usage: informalContext: Used to refer to a female subject emphasizing her own identity or actions.
Note: Commonly used to express self-reliance or self-confidence.

자기 자신

Example:
She needs to take care of herself.
그녀는 자기 자신을 돌봐야 한다.
She should love herself more.
그녀는 자기 자신을 더 사랑해야 한다.
Usage: informalContext: Used in contexts of self-care and personal well-being.
Note: Emphasizes the importance of self-love and self-care.

그녀 스스로

Example:
She solved the problem by herself.
그녀는 그 문제를 그녀 스스로 해결했다.
She taught herself how to play the piano.
그녀는 피아노를 그녀 스스로 배웠다.
Usage: informalContext: Used to indicate that a female subject performed an action without help.
Note: Highlights independence and self-sufficiency.

그녀에 의해

Example:
The book was written by herself.
그 책은 그녀에 의해 쓰여졌다.
The project was completed by herself.
그 프로젝트는 그녀에 의해 완료되었다.
Usage: formalContext: Used in more formal or written contexts to indicate authorship or responsibility.
Note: Less common in everyday conversation, often found in written language.

Herself's synonyms

herself

Refers to a female person as the object of a verb or preposition, emphasizing that she performed the action on her own.
Example: She dressed herself for the party.
Note: N/A

her own self

Emphasizes that the female person carried out the action independently.
Example: She did it all by her own self.
Note: Slightly more informal or colloquial compared to 'herself.'

hers

Indicates possession or ownership by a female person, often used in a possessive context.
Example: The decision was hers to make.
Note: Focuses on ownership rather than the reflexive action.

her very self

Emphasizes the individuality or personal identity of the female person.
Example: She wanted to see the movie with her very self.
Note: Conveys a stronger sense of self-identity compared to 'herself.'

Herself expressions, common phrases

be herself

To act naturally or relax without pretending to be someone else.
Example: After a long day at work, she just wants to go home and be herself.
Note: This phrase emphasizes being true to one's own personality or character.

by herself

Alone or without the company of others.
Example: She decided to go to the movies by herself.
Note: This phrase specifically indicates being alone without the presence of others.

keep to herself

To stay private or not interact much with others.
Example: She's quite shy and tends to keep to herself in social situations.
Note: This phrase suggests a preference for solitude or privacy in social settings.

let herself go

To neglect one's appearance or health.
Example: Since the breakup, she has let herself go and stopped taking care of herself.
Note: This phrase often refers to a decline in self-care or grooming habits.

help herself to

To take something without asking for permission.
Example: Feel free to help yourself to some snacks from the table.
Note: This phrase implies taking something freely or without restraint.

find herself

To discover one's true identity, purpose, or direction in life.
Example: After traveling the world, she finally found herself and what she truly wanted in life.
Note: This phrase often implies a journey of self-discovery or realization.

talk to herself

To speak aloud to oneself, especially when alone.
Example: She often talks to herself when she's working on a difficult problem.
Note: This phrase can indicate thinking out loud or verbalizing thoughts.

Herself everyday (slang) expressions

herselfie

A playful term combining 'herself' and 'selfie,' referring to a selfie taken by oneself.
Example: She loves taking herselfies and posting them on social media.
Note: The term specifically emphasizes that the person is taking a photo of themselves.

her own boss

An informal way of saying that someone is in charge of themselves or independent.
Example: She's her own boss now, running her own business.
Note: It highlights a sense of autonomy and control over one's life.

her groove

Refers to someone finding their rhythm, comfort zone, or optimal state.
Example: She's found her groove in the new job and is excelling.
Note: It focuses on a person settling comfortably into a situation or task.

her thing

Indicates a particular skill, passion, or area of expertise that belongs to someone.
Example: Cooking has always been her thing; she's a natural in the kitchen.
Note: It emphasizes personal ownership and affinity for a specific activity.

in her element

Describes someone in a situation where they feel most comfortable, confident, or skilled.
Example: Put her on stage, and she's in her element, performing with pure confidence.
Note: It underscores a person's natural state of excellence in a specific environment.

her jam

Refers to a song, music genre, or activity that someone particularly enjoys or excels in.
Example: Rock music is her jam; she always cranks up the volume when her favorite songs play.
Note: It highlights a person's strong preference or affinity for a specific type of music or activity.

her vibe

Refers to the overall feeling or energy that a person exudes.
Example: I love hanging out with her; her positive vibe always lifts my mood.
Note: It focuses on the personal atmosphere or aura that someone carries.

Herself - Examples

She dressed herself.
그녀는 스스로 옷을 입었다.
She couldn't help herself.
그녀는 스스로를 도울 수 없었다.
She reminded herself to call her mother.
그녀는 엄마에게 전화하라고 스스로에게 상기시켰다.

Herself grammar

Herself - Pronoun (Pronoun) / Personal pronoun (Personal pronoun)
Lemma: herself
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
herself Contains 2 syllables: her • self
Phonetic transcription: (h)ər-ˈself
her self , (h)ər ˈself (The red syllable is stressed)

Herself - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
herself: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Vocafy, efficient language learning
Vocafy, efficient language learning
Vocafy helps you discover, organize, and learn new words and phrases with ease. Build personalized vocabulary collections, and practice anytime, anywhere.