Definition

A pronoun used to refer to oneself, often for emphasis or to indicate that the action is done by the speaker.

Example

I made this cake myself to celebrate my birthday.

Conversation

I spent the whole weekend working on my project by myself.

That sounds intense! Did you need any help?

Not really, I wanted to challenge myself to see what I could accomplish alone.

I get that! Sometimes it's good to prove things to myself too.

Root Explanation

Myself → It is formed from "my" (from Old English "mīn", meaning belonging to me) and "self" (from Old English "seolf", meaning one's own person). The word "myself" refers to the speaker's own person or identity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'my' as something that belongs to you and 'self' as your own person — together, they remind you that 'myself' means your own identity.

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