How to Say ‘One's own’ in Traditional Chinese
自己的
zì jǐ de
[zih-jee duh]
💬 Usage Tip: [自己的] means "one's own," and it often comes before a noun: [自己的風格], [自己的想法]. It's a useful way to praise individuality without sounding too direct.
Phrase Breakdown
自己
zì jǐ
[zih-jee]
self; oneself; one's own
Refers to a person’s own identity, ideas, or characteristics.
你有自己的一套，難怪那麼有魅力。
You have your own way of doing things; no wonder you’re so charming.
的
de
[duh]
's; of; linking particle
Connects a modifier to a noun, like 'of' or possessive 's' in English.
你自己的風格很明顯，也很耐看。
Your own style is obvious and also grows on people.
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