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VocabJLPT N3

itself

NounSuffixAdverb

Definitions

1. itself
2. one's own body
3. originally

Used to single out the thing itself, often translated as "itself," "in itself," or "as such." It emphasizes the subject being discussed rather than anything surrounding or related to it, for example saying the problem lies in the plan itself.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The direction of this proposal itself is off.

Sentence 2

My expectations are probably just too high to begin with.

Sentence 3

Today I'm going to try accepting my own weakness as it is.

Sentence 4

She muttered, "Love itself is such a hassle."

Sentence 5

Nothing about the actual problem has been resolved at all!