Yourselves: meaning, definitions and examples

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yourselves

 

[ jษ”หหˆsษ›lvz ]

Pronoun
Context #1 | Pronoun

reflexive pronoun

Used to refer to the people who are the subject of the sentence, especially when they are also the object of the verb. It emphasizes that the action is being done by the people to themselves.

Synonyms

y'all, your own selves.

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Word Description / Examples
yourselves

Another formal or neutral expression identical to the first entry, used interchangeably in similar contexts, and suitable for both writing and spoken language. The repetition indicates the importance of formality or neutrality depending on context rather than word choice.

  • Prepare yourselves for the upcoming exam
  • Please, pace yourselves to avoid exhaustion
your own selves

Emphasizes individuality within a group. Used to highlight that each member of a group should consider their own personal responsibility. It can appear in reflective or instructive contexts.

  • You need to look at your own selves and decide what you want to achieve
  • Take care of your own selves during this challenging time
y'all

A casual and informal way to address a group of people, mostly used in Southern United States. Can be used in friendly conversations but may sound inappropriate in formal settings.

  • Hey y'all, are you ready for the trip? Y'all come back now, okay?

Examples of usage

  • They can do it themselves.
  • You should be proud of yourselves.
  • The team must motivate themselves to succeed.
Context #2 | Pronoun

plural form of 'yourself'

Used to refer to a group of people, typically the same group being addressed.

Synonyms

y'all, you all.

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yourselves

Used when speaking to a group of people, emphasizing the individuals in the group separately; often formal.

  • Please make yourselves comfortable
  • Take care of yourselves during the trip
you all

Informally used to address a group of people, a bit less casual than 'y'all', and more universally understood across different English-speaking regions.

  • Are you all ready for the meeting? Thank you all for coming
y'all

Informal and mainly used in Southern United States English to address a group of people; often friendly and casual.

  • How are y'all doing today? Y'all want some coffee?

Examples of usage

  • Help yourselves to some snacks.
  • Make yourselves at home.

Translations

Translations of the word "yourselves" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vocรชs mesmos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เฅเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช selbst

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dirimu sendiri

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตะฑะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ siebie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ใชใŸ่‡ช่บซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vous-mรชmes

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ustedes mismos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kendiniz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„ˆํฌ๋“ค ์ž์‹ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู†ูุณูƒู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sami

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sami

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฝ ไปฌ่‡ชๅทฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sami

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sjรกlfir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำฉะทะดะตั€ั–าฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒฅแƒ•แƒ”แƒœ แƒ—แƒ•แƒ˜แƒ—แƒแƒœ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รถzรผnรผz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ustedes mismos

Etymology

The word 'yourselves' is a combination of 'your' and 'selves', with 'your' originating from Old English 'eower' meaning 'of you'. The reflexive pronoun 'selves' comes from Old English 'self' meaning 'individual'. The use of 'yourselves' as a reflexive pronoun dates back to Middle English.

See also: yours, yourself.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,119 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.