Question

How can we differentiate an emphasizing pronoun from a reflexive pronoun .

Explain with the help of an example.​

Answer 1

Answer:

The easiest way to tell the difference between the two is to identify whether or not the subject and the object are the same person or thing. If so, then the words 'myself' etc… are reflexive pronouns; if not, then they are emphasising pronouns.

Example-

I looked at myself in the mirror.

John did his homework himself

Answer 2

Explanation:

Reflexive pronouns show that the action of the subject reflects upon the doer. However, an emphatic pronoun simply emphasizes the action of the subject. Example: She cut herself