Hisself vs. Himself — What's the Difference?
Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Updated on October 4, 2023
Hisself" is incorrect, while "Himself," used for emphasis or to indicate that it is the male subject who performs an action, is correct.
Which is correct: Hisself or Himself
How to spell Himself?
Hisself
Incorrect Spelling
Himself
Correct Spelling
Difference Between Hisself and Himself
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Key Differences
Visualize "Himself" starting with “him” followed by “self.”
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Using "hisself" in formal writing or speech is incorrect, remember that formal language uses "himself."
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Repeat or write sentences using “himself” to internalize its proper use.
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Associate "self" with correct pronouns like "myself," "yourself," and "herself."
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Recall “Himself” contains the word “him” which is correct English.
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Definitions
Himself
Himself emphasizes the male subject or object.
He himself made the decision.
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Himself
Himself indicates direct involvement or presence.
He spoke to the manager himself.
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Himself
Himself specifies a particular male individual.
The king himself will visit.
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Himself
Himself is a reflexive pronoun referring back to the subject.
He injured himself.
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Himself
(reflexive pronoun) Him; the male object of a verb or preposition that also appears as the subject
He injured himself.
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Himself
(emphatic) He; used as an intensifier, often to emphasize that the referent is the exclusive participant in the predicate
He was injured himself.
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Himself
(Ireland) The subject or non-reflexive object of a predicate; he used of upper-class gentlemen, or sarcastically, of men who imagine themselves to be more important than others
Has himself come down to breakfast yet?
Have you seen himself yet this morning?
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Himself
An emphasized form of the third person masculine pronoun; - used as a subject usually with he; as, he himself will bear the blame; used alone in the predicate, either in the nominative or objective case; as, it is himself who saved himself.
But he himself returned from the quarries.
David hid himself in the field.
The Lord himself shall give you a sign.
Who gave himself for us, that he might . . . purify unto himself a peculiar people.
With shame remembers, while himself was oneOf the same herd, himself the same had done.
It comprehendeth in himself all good.
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Himself
One's true or real character; one's natural temper and disposition; the state of being in one's right or sane mind (after unconsciousness, passion, delirium, or abasement); as, the man has come to himself.
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FAQs
Why is it called Himself?
It is called "Himself" to reflect actions back onto a male subject.
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Which preposition is used with Himself?
"By" can be used with himself (e.g., by himself).
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Which conjunction is used with Himself?
“And” can be used: He and himself (poetically or in reflection).
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Which article is used with Himself?
No article is typically used directly before "himself."
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Which vowel is used before Himself?
“a” or “the” can be used, depending on context.
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What is the verb form of Himself?
"Himself" does not have a verb form as it is a pronoun.
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Which determiner is used with Himself?
No determiner is usually used with "himself."
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What is the plural form of Himself?
There is no direct plural, but "themselves" may be used for multiple males.
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What is a stressed syllable in Himself?
The first syllable is stressed: HIM-self.
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What is another term for Himself?
Himself doesn't have a direct synonym but can be replaced depending on context.
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Is Himself a vowel or consonant?
"Himself" is a word, not a vowel or consonant.
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Is the word “Himself” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
It can serve as a direct object: "He hurt himself."
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How is Himself used in a sentence?
Example: He introduced himself to the audience.
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Fiza RafiqueFiza Rafique is a skilled content editor at AskDifference.com, where she meticulously refines and enhances written pieces. Drawing from her vast editorial expertise, Fiza ensures clarity, accuracy, and precision in every article. Passionate about language, she continually seeks to elevate the quality of content for readers worldwide.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
