self; oneself; from

Character data

HSK 3
Frequency 43rd character
Radical ⾃ (132.0)
Strokes 6
Index # 477

Definitions

自 zì
  1. 1. self
  2. 2. oneself
  3. 3. from
  4. 4. since
  5. 5. naturally
  6. 6. surely

Stroke order

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Words containing 自

Word Meaning
to ask for trouble (idiom)
to earn one's own living; fig. to stand on one's own feet
to blow one's own trumpet (idiom)
natural sciences
arrogant and conceited
proud of sth; arrogance
to conduct oneself with dignity; to be dignified
to volunteer for; to offer to undertake
to boast
secretly; inwardly; to oneself
self-discipline; self-regulation; autonomy (ethics)
self-respect; self-love; self-regard
pride in sth; self-esteem
Liberal Party
to bring trouble on oneself (idiom)
to make a story or theory consistent
confession
to boast of; to brag; to pose as
free and at leisure (idiom); unfettered; at large
trap oneself; cause one's own trouble
to let things slide; to let sb do whatever they want
to take care of oneself; to provide for oneself
to recommend oneself (for a job)
rotation
to embezzle