No. 790 in Latvian
pašas
The Latvian word "pašas" means "selves" or "own" (feminine, plural).
In a sentence
Viņa pašas lēmums bija noteicošais.
Her own decision was decisive.
In this sentence, 'pašas' emphasizes that the decision was made by her herself, underscoring ownership and individuality.
Mēs uzskatām šīs domas par pašas būtiskākajām.
We consider these thoughts as the most essential themselves.
Here, 'pašas' refers to the thoughts themselves, emphasizing their importance as standalone entities.
Es nācu, līdzi nesot pašas uzcepto kūku.
I came, carrying the cake I myself baked.
In this instance, 'pašas' indicates that the speaker personally made the cake, emphasizing the action was performed by the subject herself.
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