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Pronouns

what is the difference between reflexive and emphasizing pronoun ?
  

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Emphasis is one of the functions of the reflexive pronouns, while their more common function is to 'reflect' the verb action back onto the subject: I hurt myself on the bandsaw. (reflexive verb action) I myself don't care, but my wife mourns my lost index finger. (emphasis)

— Mister Micawber

  • Emphasis is one of the functions of the reflexive pronouns, while their more common function is to 'reflect' the verb action back onto the subject: I hurt myself on the bandsaw.
  • (reflexive verb action) I myself don't care, but my wife mourns my lost index finger.
  • (emphasis)
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Emphasis is one of the functions of the reflexive pronouns, while their more common function is to 'reflect' the verb action back onto the subject:

I hurt myself on the bandsaw. (reflexive verb action)
I myself don't care, but my wife mourns my lost index finger. (emphasis)
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