No. 58 in Norwegian
selv
"Selv" means "self" or "even" in English, depending on context.
In a sentence
Jeg ser selv at det er mulig.
I can see myself that it is possible.
In this sentence, the word 'selv' emphasizes that the subject, 'I', is perceiving or understanding something directly or firsthand without external influence.
Selv om det regner, skal vi gå tur.
Even though it is raining, we will go for a walk.
Here, 'selv om' is a conjunction meaning 'even though' or 'although', introducing a circumstance that contrasts with the main clause.
Han gjorde det selv.
He did it himself.
'Selv' in this case indicates that the subject, 'he', performed the action on his own, emphasizing independence or self-reliance.
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