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ourselves

/aʊəˈselvz/ · /aʊrˈselvz/

CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1410 in the learning path

我们自己

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Definitions

pron. used when we are both doing and receiving an action

我们自己

pron. used to emphasize that we do something, not others

我们亲自

Example

We saw ourselves reflected in the clear lake.

我们看到了自己映在清澈湖水中的倒影。

By involving ourselves in community projects, we can develop practical skills and strengthen local relationships.

通过参与社区项目,我们可以培养实用技能并增进邻里关系。

Collocations

  • by ourselves
  • enjoy ourselves
  • pride ourselves on
  • for ourselves

Word family

  • we (pron.)
  • us (pron.)
  • our (det.)
  • ours (pron.)

Usage tip

by ourselves可指独自,也可指不靠别人。

FAQ

What does ourselves mean?
used when we are both doing and receiving an action used to emphasize that we do something, not others
How is ourselves pronounced?
UK /aʊəˈselvz/, US /aʊrˈselvz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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