자아, 자신, 본체
A person's essential being that distinguishes them from others, especially as the object of introspection.
예문:
"The therapist encouraged him to explore his inner self through journaling."
"Our sense of self is often shaped by our early childhood experiences."
본모습, 평소의 모습, 개성
A person's particular nature or personality at a specific time or in a specific state.
예문:
"She didn't seem her usual cheerful self during the meeting today."
"It took months to return to my former self after the long illness."
자기 이익, 사리사욕, 자기 본위
One's own interests, pleasure, or advantage, often to the exclusion of others.
예문:
"A life devoted entirely to self rarely brings lasting happiness."
"The politician was accused of putting self above the public good."
본인, 자신, 수취인 자신
Used to refer to the person themselves, especially as the payee on a check.
예문:
"Make the check out to self if you want to withdraw cash immediately."
"The application form requires a recent photograph of self."
제천의, 같은 색의, 단색의
Made of the same material or color as the garment it is attached to or part of.
예문:
"The jacket features a self collar for a clean, seamless appearance."
"She chose a silk dress with self buttons to maintain a minimalist look."
자가 수분하다, 자가 수정하다
To self-pollinate or self-fertilize a plant or animal.
예문:
"The flower will self if no insects visit it during the blooming period."
"Researchers selfed the hybrid plants to study the genetic traits of the next generation."