Use reflexive pronouns like myself, yourself, and themselves when the subject and object of the action are the same person, as in I cut myself while cooking. Each subject pronoun has its own reflexive form, and himself and themselves are the only correct irregular ones.
Grammar Rule
Reflexive pronouns are used when the subject and object of the action are the same person.
Reflexive Pronouns: Rules and Examples
| Subject | Reflexive pronoun | Example |
|---|---|---|
| I | myself | I cut myself while cooking. |
| she / he | herself / himself | She looked at herself in the mirror. He introduced himself to the class. |
| they | themselves | They enjoyed themselves at the party. |
| we | ourselves | We did it by ourselves. |
Remember: never say hisself or theirself/theirselves; they are himself and themselves.
Practice Test
Instructions
Answer each question in the test below choosing the correct reflexive pronoun. You will get a new random set of questions every time you retake the test, plus a downloadable results summary with your name and score at the end.
Reflexive Pronouns – Myself, Yourself, Himself, Herself, Ourselves, Themselves
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Frequently Asked Questions
When do you use a reflexive pronoun?
Use a reflexive pronoun when the subject and the object of the action are the same person, as in I cut myself while cooking.
What is the reflexive pronoun for he?
The reflexive pronoun for he is himself, as in he introduced himself to the class, never hisself.
What is the reflexive pronoun for they?
The reflexive pronoun for they is themselves, as in they enjoyed themselves at the party, never theirself or theirselves.
What is a common mistake with reflexive pronouns?
A common mistake is saying hisself instead of himself, or theirself or theirselves instead of themselves.