Reflexive and Intensive pronouns each use the same forms.

Herself 
Itself

Himself 
Herself 

This category of reflexive and intensive pronouns is a closed category. In other words, the ones listed are the complete set. There will be no changes or additions.

Reflexive pronouns function as objects in a sentence; they refer back to a noun or pronoun.

Below are two sentences using reflexive pronouns as objects.

  • He enjoyed painting the shed himself.
  • Chandra and Wallace wanted to prepare the meal themselves.
Intensive pronouns emphasize another noun or pronoun. See the following examples.

  • You yourself will be responsible for the delivery.
  • Raul and I ourselves seem to be the only people who want to hike the gorge.



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