ADVERB
selbst/zɛlpst/self; -self; even
selbst is a German adverb that means self, -self, or even. It is pronounced /zɛlpst/.
Definitions
1.used to intensify the subject, meaning 'oneself' or 'itself'(emphasis/reflexive)
a.referring to the same person or thing; oneself/itself
Er hat das Problem selbst gelöst.—He solved the problem himself.
b.emphasizing personal action or involvement
Du musst selbst entscheiden, was du willst.—You have to decide for yourself what you want.
2.even; used for emphasis to include someone or something unexpected(even/including)
a.stressing that someone or something is included unexpectedly
Selbst Kinder verstehen diesen Film.—Even children understand this movie.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "selbst" mean in English?
- "selbst" means self, -self, or even. It is a German adverb.
- How do you pronounce "selbst"?
- "selbst" is pronounced /zɛlpst/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "selbst"?
- "selbst" is a adverb in German.
