Reflexive and Intensive Pronouns

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Reflexive Pronouns

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Reflexive pronouns refer back to the subject of the sentence. They end in "-self" or "-selves."

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Examples of Reflexive Pronouns

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- Singular: He washed himself before dinner. - Plural: They enjoyed themselves at the party. - Usage: Use reflexive pronouns when the subject and the object are the same person or thing.

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Intensive Pronouns

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Intensive pronouns emphasize a preceding noun or pronoun. They also end in "-self" or "-selves."

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Examples of Intensive Pronouns

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- Singular: The president himself attended the meeting. - Plural: The students themselves organized the event. - Usage: Intensive pronouns are not essential to the sentence's meaning; they provide emphasis.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid with Reflexive and Intensive Pronouns

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- Confusing Reflexive and Intensive Pronouns: Reflexive pronouns refer back to the subject, while intensive pronouns provide emphasis. - Ambiguous Pronoun Use: Ensure it's clear which noun the reflexive or intensive pronoun refers to.

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I cut myself while chopping vegetables.

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reflexive

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The children organized the game themselves.

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intensive

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My sister and I decorated the room ourselves.

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intensive

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He blamed himself for the mistake.

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reflexive

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She bought the dress herself.

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herself - intensive