No. 181 in Russian
собой
"Собой" means "oneself" or "itself" (reflexive pronoun).
In a sentence
Я всегда ношу с собой книгу.
I always carry a book with me.
Here, 'с собой' means 'with me,' indicating that the person carries an item in their possession.
Он гордится собой.
He is proud of himself.
In this sentence, 'собой' functions as a reflexive pronoun indicating the subject feels pride about themselves.
Мы должны быть честны с собой.
We must be honest with ourselves.
Here, 'с собой' signifies 'with ourselves,' highlighting introspection or self-directed honesty.
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