selbst
itself
that same thing; used reflexively
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What's the difference between selbst / sich selbst / selber / eigen / allein / persönlich
Means “oneself/itself” and stresses reflexive use: the action is directed back to the same person or thing.
A more colloquial form of “selbst”; often means “by oneself” or “personally,” with a spoken, simple tone.
Means “own” or “personal”; it does not directly replace “itself” but points to possession or an inherent quality.
Means “alone” or “by oneself”; sometimes close to independence, but not to the reflexive meaning of “itself.”
Means “personal” or “personally”; it emphasizes a direct human involvement or relation, not reflexivity.
Means “independent” or “self-reliant”; it stresses acting without help.
Means “independent” or “self-directed”; similar to “selbstständig,” but often sounds a bit more formal and stresses one’s own initiative.
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selbst means itself. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce selbst
/ˈzɛlpst/
selbst translation
itself
selbst transcription
/ˈzɛlpst/
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selbst meaning: what does it mean?
dieselbe Sache; reflexiv verwendet
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