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VocabJLPT N1

self

Nounの-Adjective

Definitions

1. self
2. oneself

This word means "self" or "oneself" and is used in formal or literary contexts to refer to one's own identity or ego. It commonly appears in compound words and phrases related to self-improvement, self-awareness, or personal identity.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I caught myself practicing my self-introduction on the train.

Sentence 2

That comment comes across as pretty self-centered!

Sentence 3

That proposal looks like it's just serving your own interests!

Sentence 4

Can I really say I've made progress in understanding myself?

Sentence 5

I feel like I just don't have enough self-awareness.