sense of self

noun
UK: /ˌsens əv ˈself/
US: /ˌsens əv ˈself/

  1. Your idea of who you are, separate from other people.

    1. Knowing your own values builds your sense of self.
    2. Yoga can help you to get a stronger sense of self and feel confident.

  2. An individual's subjective perception and understanding of themselves as a distinct entity, encompassing their beliefs, values, and identity.

    1. Losing a job can negatively impact your sense of self.
    2. She developed a strong sense of self through overcoming many obstacles.

Synonyms

self-awareness ego self-image self-esteem self-identity

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sense of self" in English means: Your idea of who you are, separate from other people., An individual's subjective perception and understanding of themselves as a distinct entity, encompassing their beliefs, values, and identity..

The phonetic transcription of "sense of self" is /ˌsens əv ˈself/ in British English and /ˌsens əv ˈself/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sense of self": self-awareness, ego, self-image, self-esteem, self-identity.

Example usage of "sense of self": "Knowing your own values builds your sense of self.". More examples on the page.