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VocabJLPT N1

alter ego

Noun

Definitions

1. other self
2. alter ego
3. incarnations of Buddha

This noun refers to a part of oneself that has separated or split off, or something that represents an extension of oneself. It can describe an alter ego, a clone, or something a person has created that feels like a reflection of who they are.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

If you're really my other self, you should already know my secrets, right?

Sentence 2

Hey, how much of you is really the same as your other self?

Sentence 3

He politely asked, "Could you go on the business trip as my stand-in?"

Sentence 4

He said casually, "You're my other self — I'll leave it to you."

Sentence 5

Why does he treat me like I'm just an extension of himself?