Definition
自我 (zì wǒ) is a noun/prefix meaning 'self' — it combines with other words to form concepts like self-control or self-awareness. Unlike the reflexive pronoun 自己 (oneself), 自我 focuses on the abstract idea of the self, often in psychology or personal development. 本人 is a formal pronoun for 'I/me' in official contexts, not a synonym.
pronoun
self (as a prefix or noun referring to oneself)ego (in psychology)
Examples
- 自我。Tā quēfá zì wǒ kòngzhì lì.He lacks self-control.
- 自我。Měi ge rén dōu yào yǒu zì wǒ yìshí.Everyone needs to have self-awareness.
- 自我。Tā yìzhí zài qiángdiào zìjǐ de zì wǒ.He has been emphasizing his ego.
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