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Anonymous Posted 10 years ago
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Is "by himself"(=without help) the same as "for himself" in AMERICAN ENGLISH?
Is "by himself"(=without help) the same as "for himself" in AMERICAN ENGLISH?
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Cristina
Thank you!
Cristina
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No. For himself would indicate that he intends to be the owner or user of the finished product.
- No.
- For himself would indicate that he intends to be the owner or user of the finished product.
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No. For himself would indicate that he intends to be the owner or user of the finished product.
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AnonymousIs "by himself"(=without help) the same as "for himself" in AMERICAN ENGLISH?No.
The boy tied his shoes by himself. (without help)
The boy made two kites, one for his friend and one for himself. (He played with the second kite.)
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AnonymousIs "by himself"(=without help) the same as "for himself" in AMERICAN ENGLISH?No. I can't think of any example where "for himself" means "without help".
CJ
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