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self-identity

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/sɛlf aɪˈdɛntɪti/ · self-i-den-ti-ty

The recognition of one's potential and qualities as an individual.

Meanings

nounformal

The recognition of one's potential and qualities as an individual.

ایک فرد کی حیثیت اور خصوصیات کو پہچاننا۔

خود کی شناخت

khud ki shanakht

Synonyms

self-conceptself-perceptionidentityخویش تصورخود ادراکیشناخت

Antonyms

anonymityself-doubtconfusionگمنامیخود شکیکنفیوژن

Common Collocations

  • formation of self-identity
  • journey of self-identity
  • self-identity crisis

Example Sentences

Exploring one's self-identity can lead to personal growth.

اپنی شناخت کو تلاش کرنا ذاتی ترقی کی جانب لے جا سکتا ہے۔

apni shanakht ko talash karna zati taraqqi ki janib le ja sakta hai.

Cultural background plays a significant role in shaping self-identity.

ثقافتی پس منظر خود کی شناخت کو تشکیل دینے میں اہم کردار ادا کرتا ہے۔

saqafati pas manzar khud ki shanakht ko tashkeel dene mein aham kirdar ada karta hai.

A strong sense of self-identity can enhance mental well-being.

خود کی شناخت کا مضبوط احساس ذہنی بہبود کو بڑھا سکتا ہے۔

khud ki shanakht ka mazboot ehsaas zehni behboud ko barha sakta hai.

Easily Confused With

identity:Self-identity refers specifically to an individual's understanding of themselves, while identity can refer to any description of a person.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'self' as your personal space and 'identity' as your unique features within that space.

Imagine a mirror reflecting your true self and characteristics.

✍️ Urdu Poetry

خود کی شناخت پہچان لے، ہر کوئی خود کو پہچان کر دیکھے، ہر کویٔی

khud ki shanakht pehchaan le, har koi khud ko pehchaan kar dekhe, har koi

Recognize your self-identity, everyone Each should recognize themselves, everyone

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🗣️ Urdu Proverb

اپنی پہچان خود بناؤ

apni pehchaan khud banao

Create your own identity.

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "self + identity" — one's own identity

First known use: 1960s

The term 'self-identity' combines 'self,' referring to an individual's essence, with 'identity,' denoting characteristics that define a person. The concept evolved in the context of psychology and philosophy during the 20th century.