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    Soi-même (en. Oneself)

    /swa mɛm/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The individual considered as a subject responsible for their own actions.
    One must take care of oneself before helping others.
    Il doit prendre soin de soi-même avant d'aider les autres.
    Self-awareness and self-esteem.
    Knowing oneself is essential for personal growth.
    Se connaître soi-même est essentiel pour la croissance personnelle.

    Etymology

    From French, composed of 'soi' and 'même', which emphasizes the idea of identity or personal responsibility.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take care of oneself
    To take care of one's own health and well-being.
    prendre soin de soi-même
    to talk to oneself
    To engage in internal dialogue to reassure or motivate oneself.
    se parler à soi-même
    to know oneself
    To be aware of one's own personality traits and motivations.
    se connaître soi-même

    Related Words

    self
    Representation of oneself, the personal entity.
    soi
    me
    Reference to the first person, the individual.
    moi

    Slang Meanings

    To get high
    It is important for everyone to get high in order to evolve oneself.
    Il est important que chacun se défonce pour évoluer soi-même.
    To listen to oneself
    Take the time to listen to yourself to understand your needs.
    Prends le temps d'être à l'écoute de soi pour comprendre tes besoins.