Meaning & Definition of word "Se"

Se

/seɪ/

pronoun:

  • 1. Reflexive pronoun used to indicate that the subject of the verb also receives the action.
    • Example: He washed himself with soap, which shows how he took care of his hygiene.
  • 2. Used to form passive constructions or to express an indefinite subject.
    • Example: Se dice que la película fue un éxito, meaning they say the movie was a success.
  • 3. Used to express a reciprocal action.
    • Example: Los amigos se saludaron al llegar, which means the friends greeted each other upon arrival.
  • 4. Used in some expressions to evoke or emphasize certain actions.
    • Example: Se me olvidó la tarea, meaning I forgot the homework.

Etymology

From Latin 'se', meaning 'self'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

se puede:

it can be done

se dice:

it is said

se ve:

it is seen

Related Words

self:

a person's essential being that distinguishes them from others.

himself:

used as the object of a verb or preposition to refer to a male previously mentioned.

herself:

used as the object of a verb or preposition to refer to a female previously mentioned.

Slang Meanings of se

Meaning: Used in phrases to signify self-care.

Example Sentence: Take some time for 'se' when feeling stressed.

Meaning: An expression for self-reliance or independence.

Example Sentence: 'Se' can mean doing things on your own without help.