autoanalisi

self-analysis

noun ow-toh-ah-NAH-lee-zee Rare

Usage Note

Autoanalisi is an invariable noun — the plural is identical to the singular: le autoanalisi. Like all nouns ending in an unstressed -i, it does not change form. It is used in psychology and literature to describe a person's examination of their own thoughts and feelings, distinct from formal psychoanalysis (psicanalisi).

Examples

"L'autoanalisi può aiutare a conoscersi meglio."

Natural Translation

Self-analysis can help you know yourself better.

Literal Translation

The self-analysis can help to know-oneself better.

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