self
intermediateB1/sɛlf/ · self
A person's essential being that distinguishes them from others.
Meanings
A person's essential being that distinguishes them from others.
ایک شخص کی بنیادی حقیقت جو انہیں دوسرے افراد سے ممتاز کرتی ہے۔
خود
khud
Synonyms
Common Collocations
- sense of self
- self-awareness
- self-esteem
Example Sentences
Understanding the self is crucial for personal development.
اپنے آپ کو سمجھنا ذاتی ترقی کے لیے بہت اہم ہے۔
Apne aap ko samajhna zaati taraqqi ke liye bohat ahem hai.
She has a strong sense of self.
اس میں خود کی ایک مضبوط شناخت ہے۔
Us mein khud ki ek mazboot shanakht hai.
Exploring the self can lead to greater happiness.
اپنی ذات کی تلاش کرنے سے زیادہ خوشی مل سکتی ہے۔
Apni zaat ki talash karne se zyada khushi mil sakti hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'self' as 'who you are' to remember its meaning.
Picture yourself looking in a mirror to reflect on your identity.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
خود کو پہچان لو، یہ نہ ہو گا سچائی کا راز جو خود کو پا لے، بس وہی ہے کامیاب
Khud ko pehchaan lo, yeh na ho ga sachai ka raaz Jo khud ko pa le, bas wohi hai kamiyab.
Recognize yourself, this will not be the secret of truth Whoever finds themselves, only they are successful.
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* Poetry attribution is AI-generated and may require verification.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
اپنے آپ کو جاننا سب سے بڑی حکمت ہے۔
Apne aap ko jaan'na sab se badi hikmat hai.
Knowing oneself is the greatest wisdom.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "self" — one's own
First known use: 15th century
The word 'self' has been used since early English literature to denote one's own person or identity.