Meaning & Definition of Se in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A pronoun used in certain languages (like Spanish) for reflexive verbs.

  Example Sentence: In Spanish, 'se' is used in sentences like 'Ella se lava las manos.' (She washes her hands.)

• Definition: Used in pronouns indicating oneself or the subject of the sentence.

  Example Sentence: 'Se' can mean 'himself' or 'herself' depending on the context.

• Definition: In programming, 'se' can refer to the concept of self-reference.

  Example Sentence: In object-oriented programming, 'se' might refer to the current instance of a class.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'se', meaning 'self'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• se puede: it can be done
• se dice: it is said
• se ve: it is seen

Translations

• Spanish: se

• French: se

• German: sich

• Russian: себя

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.