yourself (A1)
pronoun
Pronunciation: /jʊərˈself/, /jɔːrˈself/
Definition
Used as an object of a verb or preposition to refer to the person that is performing the action or is being considered.
Examples
You should be proud of yourself for completing the marathon.
He bought himself a new car.
Please make yourself at home.
How to Use yourself
- yourself (pronoun)
- Used as the object of a verb or preposition to refer back to the subject 'you'. — "Did you enjoy yourself at the party?"
- make yourself at home (idiom)
- To feel comfortable and relaxed in someone else's home. — "Please, make yourself at home."
- by yourself (prepositional phrase)
- Alone; without anyone else. — "She prefers to work by yourself."
- for yourself (prepositional phrase)
- For your own benefit or interest. — "You need to stand up for yourself."
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