German grammar: Reflexive Verben: sich vorstellen

What this grammar point covers

In German, some verbs are reflexive. 'Sich vorstellen' is a reflexive verb. It can mean to introduce yourself or to imagine something, depending on the context. At the beginner level, you usually use it to say your name and introduce yourself.

When to use it

Use 'sich vorstellen' when you want to introduce yourself or someone else in German. For example, when meeting new people, you say your name using this verb.

Key forms

• ich stelle mich vor
• du stellst dich vor
• er/sie/es stellt sich vor
• wir stellen uns vor
• ihr stellt euch vor
• sie/Sie stellen sich vor

Examples

Tips

• Remember to use the correct reflexive pronoun (mich, dich, sich, uns, euch, sich) with the verb.
• Do not forget that 'sich vorstellen' can also mean 'to imagine', but at A1 level, use it mainly for introductions.
• Reflexive pronouns change with the subject. Practice them together with the verb.