sur moi-même
The English phrase "about myself" is translated into French as sur moi-même.
sur moi-même is used to refer to personal information or details concerning the speaker.
Which one should you use?
While sur moi often refers to physical location or external topics, sur moi-même is specifically used to emphasize introspection or personal identity.
How does it change in a sentence?
In many contexts, the intensive -même is optional and sur moi can be used to mean "about me" or "on me".
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Examples in context
- Arrêter de fumer m'a beaucoup appris sur moi-même.I learned a lot about myself in the process of giving up tobacco.This sentence shows how the phrase sur moi-même can be used to discuss personal growth and self-knowledge.Tatoeba #3645774 by sacredceltic, translation #3654185 by karloelkebekio
- Je ne sais rien de nouveau sur moi-même.I know nothing new about myself.
Example conversation
Léa and Nathan are filling out application forms.
- LéaJe dois écrire un texte sur moi-même ici.I have to write a text about myself here.
- NathanOui, c'est pour ta présentation.Yes, it is for your presentation.
- LéaC'est difficile de parler sur moi-même.It is difficult to talk about myself.
- NathanNe t'inquiète pas, Léa, sois simple.Don't worry, Léa, keep it simple.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries sur, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
