Meaning of the word itself in English
What does itself mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
itself
US /ɪtˈself/
UK /ɪtˈself/
Pronoun
1.
used as the object of a verb or preposition to refer to a thing, animal, or idea previously mentioned
Example:
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The cat groomed itself.
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The door closed by itself.
2.
used to emphasize the thing, animal, or idea mentioned
Example:
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The city itself is beautiful, but the surrounding areas are not.
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The problem itself is not that difficult.
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