personal
word
/ˈpɝsɪnəɫ/
PUR-suh-nuhl
/pˈɜːsənəl/
PUR-suh-nuhl
Definition
Related to or affecting a particular person rather than anyone else. It can refer to something private, individual, or connected to someone’s own life or feelings.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used for things like information, opinions, experience, and privacy: 'personal information', 'personal choice'. Not used for possessions (say 'my bag', not 'personal bag'). More formal than 'private', but can overlap.
Spanish: personalPortuguese (BR): pessoalPortuguese (PT): pessoalChinese (Simplified): 个人的Chinese (Traditional): 個人的Hindi: व्यक्तिगतArabic: شخصيBengali: ব্যক্তিগতRussian: личныйJapanese: 個人的Vietnamese: cá nhânKorean: 개인적인Turkish: kişiselUrdu: ذاتیIndonesian: pribadi
Example Sentences
This is my personal opinion.
basic
Please do not share your personal information online.
basic
She wrote a personal letter to her friend.
basic
Sorry, that's a personal question — I'd rather not answer.
natural
You should keep your work life separate from your personal life.
natural
He's dealing with some personal issues right now, so give him some space.
natural