tự

tự

"Self" or "oneself."

Here, 'tự' implies performing an action independently, emphasizing the subject's self-reliance.

Tôi tự làm bài tập.

I do the homework myself.

Here, 'tự' contributes to the phrase 'tự do' which means 'freedom', a concept of being free and independent.

Tự do là quyền của tất cả mọi người.

Freedom is a right for everyone.

Here, 'tự' is part of the phrase 'tự hào,' meaning 'to take pride,' often reflexive and related to personal feelings or achievements.

Anh ấy luôn tự hào về gia đình mình.

He always takes pride in his family.