Who’s the Star: Me or Myself?

Me vs. Myself

History

The word “me” is an old word from English. It came from a time long ago. The word “myself” is also old. It means “me” but in a special way.

How to Use Them

We use “me” when we talk about something happening to us or for us. We use “myself” when we do something to our own self or want to say “I” in a special way.

Using “Me”

Here are some sentences with “me”:

• She gave me a gift.
• Can you help me?
• My friend likes to play with me.
• He told me a story.
• Mom made me a sandwich.

Using “Myself”

Here are some sentences with “myself”:

• I made this cake myself.
• I hurt myself when I fell.
• I see myself in the mirror.
• I did my homework by myself.
• Sometimes, I talk to myself.

Trick to Remember the Difference

Think of “me” as the one who gets something or hears something. Think of “myself” as the one who does something alone or in a special way.

Summary

Use “me” when something happens to you. Use “myself” when you do something to you.