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10 Language-to-English DictionariesSelf-care
/ˈsɛlfˌkɛər/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health.
"Engaging in regular exercise is an important aspect of self-care." - 2
Activities that individuals undertake to enhance their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
"Reading a book or taking a long bath can be forms of self-care."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term combines the reflexive prefix 'self-', originating from Old English 'self', with 'care', derived from Old English 'caru' meaning sorrow, anxiety, or heed. Initially used in medical and psychiatric contexts in the mid-20th century to describe patient autonomy, it evolved into a broader cultural and wellness movement emphasizing intentional personal well-being.
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Prendre soin de soi
Transliteration: Prendre soin de soi
"Prendre soin de soi est essentiel pour le bien-être."
Selbstpflege
Transliteration: Zelbstpflege
"Selbstpflege ist wichtig für die Gesundheit."
Cura di sé
Transliteration: Cura di sé
"La cura di sé è fondamentale per il benessere."
Cuidado personal
Transliteration: Cuidado personal
"El cuidado personal es esencial para la salud."
Autocuidado
Transliteration: Autocuidado
"O autocuidado é importante para o bem-estar."
स्व-देखभाल
Transliteration: Sva-dekhbhal
"स्व-देखभाल मानसिक स्वास्थ्य के लिए आवश्यक है।"
自我关怀
Transliteration: Zìwǒ guānhuái
"自我关怀对心理健康至关重要。"
자기 관리
Transliteration: Jagi gwanri
"자기 관리는 정신 건강에 중요합니다."
セルフケア
Transliteration: Serufu kea
"セルフケアはメンタルヘルスに重要です。"
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