What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ourselves
Example
We made ourselves breakfast this morning. [ourselves: pronoun]
Example
Let's give ourselves a pat on the back for a job well done. [ourselves: pronoun]
us
Example
The teacher gave us a homework assignment. [us: pronoun]
Example
They invited us to their party last weekend. [us: pronoun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Us is more commonly used than ourselves in everyday language. Us is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while ourselves is less common and more formal.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between ourselves and us?
While ourselves is typically associated with a formal tone, us is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
