self-esteem

ˌself ɪˈstiːm

noun

poczucie własnej wartości

pɔˈt͡ʂut͡ɕɛ ˈvwasnɛj varˈtɔɕt͡ɕi· rzeczownik

Also

samoocena(f)

Definition

Confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect.

Examples

Building a child's self-esteem is crucial for their development.

Budowanie poczucia własnej wartości u dziecka jest kluczowe dla jego rozwoju.

Lack of self-esteem can lead to various psychological problems.

Brak samooceny może prowadzić do różnych problemów psychologicznych.

Synonyms

self-worth self-respect confidence

Collocations

boost self-esteemlow self-esteemhigh self-esteem

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