The reflexive pronoun denotes that the action is directed back upon the subject of the sentence. Examples: “John (subject) hurt himself.” “The old man (subject) hanged himself.” ...

the reflexive pronoun goes just before the infinitive. For example: Je ne vais pas me lever. – I am not going to get up. Elle ne veut pas se changer. – She doesn't want to get changed.

In all these sentences, the action of the verb is squarely aimed at its own subject. People are doing things to themselves. For the record, reflexive pronouns can serve not just as direct objects ...

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. The reflexive pronoun denotes that the action is directed back upon the subject of the sentence. Examples: “John (subject) hurt himself.” “The ...