Translation of Spanish word "se" to English
se
/se/
Meaning
NounHim; the male object of a verb or preposition that also appears as the subject.
How to use
The reflexive pronoun 'se' is used to indicate that the subject of a sentence is also the object, typically in formal or written contexts. For instance, 'se lava' means 'he washes himself'. A crucial grammatical nuance is that 'se' can be used as a direct or indirect object pronoun, and its position in the sentence can change the meaning. In informal spoken contexts, 'se' is often used with the verb 'llamarse' to introduce oneself.
🇬🇧 English
himself, herself, itself, themselves, oneself (reflexive pronoun)
Example
Siempre es él mismo cuando tiene tiempo libre.
He is always himself when he has free time.
Your personal vocabulary
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- se llama— his name is
- se siente— he feels
- se ve— he sees
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What does the Spanish word "se" mean?▼
The Spanish word "se" means "himself, herself, itself, themselves, oneself (reflexive pronoun)" in English.
How do you pronounce the Spanish word "se"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Siempre es él mismo cuando tiene tiempo libre." (which translates as "He is always himself when he has free time.").
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