-Self Pronouns
The -self pronouns are called reflexive pronouns; they "reflect" back to the subject of the sentence or clause.
YES
I hurt myself.
He did it himself.
When you do it yourself, you have a greater sense of accomplishment.
NO
You must turn your forms into Jim or myself. No match.
Me = Objective Pronoun
The objective pronouns have two functions: They are either the object of a verb, or they are the object of a preposition.
Yes
You must turn your forms into Jim or me. Preposition "into" requires "me."
John caught me before I fell. Verb "caught" requires "me."
No
Sarah was talking about Peter and I. Preposition "about" requires "me."
Jan gave Saul and I the task. Verb "gave" requires "me."
I = Subjective Pronoun
Subjective pronouns are always the subject of the clause or sentence.
Yes
When the meeting opens, Samuel and I will present the agenda.
Jillian and I went to lunch with Mei.
No
When Joshua and me arrive, we'll set up the meeting room. Verb "arrive" requires "I."
