VocabJLPT N4
the person themselves
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. the person in question
  2. 2. the person themselves
This noun refers to the person in question themselves, meaning "the person concerned," "the individual," or "oneself." It is used to emphasize that it is specifically that particular person, rather than someone else, who is involved or responsible.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Is this really kindness for the person involved?

Sentence 2

The explanation must be given directly to the person themselves.

Sentence 3

We should have contacted them first.

Sentence 4

But the fact that they worked hard doesn't go away.

Sentence 5

Where on earth are they?