Translation of German word "sich" to English
sich
/zɪç/
Meaning
NounA person's self: general form of himself, herself, themself or yourself.
How to use
The word 'sich' is a reflexive pronoun used to indicate that the action of the verb reflects back on the subject.
🇬🇧 English
oneself / himself
Example
Er achtet sich sehr, wenn er krank ist.
He takes good care of himself when he's sick.
Sich selbst das Schwimmen beizubringen, kann gefährlich sein.
Teaching yourself to swim can be dangerous.
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Common phrases
- sich anziehen— to dress oneself
- sich waschen— to wash oneself
- sich erinnern— to remember
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What is the definition of the German word "sich"?▼
The German word "sich" is defined as: "A person's self: general form of himself, herself, themself or yourself."
What does the German word "sich" mean?▼
The German word "sich" means "oneself / himself" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "sich"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "sich"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Er achtet sich sehr, wenn er krank ist." (which translates as "He takes good care of himself when he's sick.").
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