Zich
PronounPersonal
himself, herself, itself, oneself
myself (first person singular)
yourself (second person singular informal)
yourself (second person singular formal)
themselves (third person plural)
Position Rules
Directly after the subject and auxiliary or reflexive verbs.
"Ik herinner me."
In sentences with reflexive pronouns, the pronoun typically follows the subject.
In questions, the reflexive pronoun follows the verb.
"Herinnert u zich?"
In questions, the reflexive pronoun comes immediately after the verb.
In subordinate clauses, the reflexive pronoun follows the subject and auxiliary.
"...dat hij zich vergist."
In subordinate clauses, the reflexive usually follows both the subject and auxiliary verb.
Important Notes
- usage:The reflexive pronoun 'zich' is used when the subject and object of the verb are the same entity.
- formal:Use 'u' as the reflexive pronoun for formal address.
- informal:Use 'je' as the reflexive pronoun in informal situations.
- usage:Common verbs with 'zich' include 'zich herinneren', 'zich vergissen', and 'zich wassen.' These mean 'to remember', 'to be mistaken', and 'to wash oneself', respectively.
- usage:'Zich' does not change according to gender but changes with the number (singular/plural) and formality of the pronoun.