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Himself

hɪmˈsɛlf
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
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.

сам, себе, власний, особисто

Himself meanings in Ukrainian

сам

Example:
He did it all by himself.
Він зробив це сам.
She prides herself on her work.
Вона пишається своєю роботою.
Usage: informalContext: Used to emphasize that someone did something without help or on their own.
Note: This usage highlights independence or self-sufficiency.

себе

Example:
He looked at himself in the mirror.
Він подивився на себе в дзеркало.
She blamed herself for the mistake.
Вона звинуватила себе за помилку.
Usage: informalContext: Used when referring back to the subject of the sentence, often in a reflexive context.
Note: This form is used to indicate that the action is directed back at the subject.

власний

Example:
He needs to find himself a new job.
Йому потрібно знайти собі нову роботу.
She has to express herself more freely.
Вона повинна виражати себе більш вільно.
Usage: informalContext: Used to indicate a need for personal discovery or expression.
Note: This meaning often relates to personal growth or self-exploration.

особисто

Example:
I will handle this myself.
Я сам особисто цим займуся.
He spoke to the client himself.
Він сам особисто говорив з клієнтом.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to emphasize personal involvement or direct action.
Note: This usage indicates that the subject is taking direct responsibility for an action.

Himself's synonyms

himself

Refers to a male person doing something on his own or for himself.
Example: He built the bookshelf himself.
Note: None

he

Refers to a male person, often used as a subject pronoun.
Example: He built the bookshelf.
Note: More general, does not specifically emphasize the action being done by the person for himself.

his own

Indicates that the action was done independently by the male person.
Example: He built the bookshelf on his own.
Note: Emphasizes the independence of the action, similar to 'himself' but slightly more explicit.

the man himself

Emphasizes the specific identity of the male person who performed the action.
Example: The man himself built the bookshelf.
Note: More formal or emphatic way of referring to the male person.

Himself expressions, common phrases

be himself

To act naturally or without pretense; to be genuine.
Example: After a long day at work, he just wants to go home and be himself.
Note: The phrase 'be himself' emphasizes authenticity and being true to one's nature or character.

by himself

Alone or without assistance from others.
Example: He prefers to work by himself rather than in a group.
Note: 'By himself' stresses independence or solitude, contrasting with being with others.

help himself

To be unable to resist or control one's actions or desires.
Example: The cookies were so tempting that he couldn't help himself and ate the whole batch.
Note: This phrase implies a lack of self-control in a specific situation.

himself and his brother

To compare oneself to another person, especially a close relative or sibling.
Example: He is talented, but he always compares himself and his brother, who is more successful.
Note: This phrase highlights the act of comparison between oneself and someone else.

keep to himself

To stay apart from others; to be private or introverted.
Example: He's quite reserved and tends to keep to himself at social gatherings.
Note: This phrase suggests a deliberate choice to remain solitary or avoid social interaction.

make a name for himself

To become well-known or respected for one's achievements.
Example: He worked hard to make a name for himself in the music industry.
Note: 'Make a name for himself' emphasizes individual accomplishment and recognition.

talk to himself

To speak aloud when alone, typically as a way of processing thoughts or decisions.
Example: He often talks to himself when he's trying to figure things out.
Note: This phrase describes the act of verbalizing thoughts or inner dialogue.

Himself everyday (slang) expressions

Himbo

A himbo is a male character who is attractive but not very intelligent, often portrayed as kind-hearted and well-meaning.
Example: He may not be the sharpest tool in the shed, but he's a lovable himbo.
Note: Himbo is a slang term that combines 'himself' with 'bimbo,' typically used for males, while bimbo is traditionally used for females.

Himmy

In this case, 'himmy' is slang for a self-absorbed person, someone who frequently talks about or praises himself.
Example: That dude is a total himmy, always bragging about himself.
Note: 'Himmy' is a colloquial term used to poke fun at individuals who exhibit egotistical or narcissistic behaviors.

Himselfy

When someone is feeling 'himselfy,' they are exhibiting confidence, perhaps even a bit of arrogance, due to a recent success or achievement.
Example: He's feeling all himselfy after acing that exam.
Note: 'Himselfy' is a playful and informal term that emphasizes an individual's self-assured or self-important demeanor in a given situation.

Himself - Examples

He loves to spend time by himself.
Він любить проводити час наодинці.
She saw himself in the mirror.
Вона побачила себе в дзеркалі.
They need to believe in themselves.
Їм потрібно вірити в себе.
I can't believe he did it all by himself.
Я не можу повірити, що він зробив це все сам.

Himself grammar

Himself - Pronoun (Pronoun) / Personal pronoun (Personal pronoun)
Lemma: himself
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
himself Contains 2 syllables: him • self
Phonetic transcription: (h)im-ˈself
him self , (h)im ˈself (The red syllable is stressed)

Himself - 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.
himself: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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