selbst

The German word "selbst" is an adverb and pronoun meaning "self", "oneself", or "even" (to emphasize). It is related to the concept of the individual alone or without others.

• As a pronoun, it relates to the subject itself (e.g., ich selbst = "I myself").
• As an adverb, it adds emphasis (e.g., er hat es selbst gemacht = "he did it himself", or selbst du kannst das = "even you can do that").

Similar words:

• eigene/r/s (own) — focuses more on ownership or possession.
• allein (alone) — stresses being by oneself or without others.

Difference:

• "selbst" emphasizes identity or involvement of the subject specifically, often for emphasis or distinction.
• "eigene" highlights possession or ownership.
• "allein" underlines solitude or exclusivity in presence or action.