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was driven by me vs was driven by myself

Both phrases are grammatically correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Was driven by me' is the more common and natural way to express this idea. 'Was driven by myself' is less common and can sound awkward in many situations.

Last updated: March 25, 2024

was driven by me

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker was the one who drove a vehicle or was the cause of something happening.

Alternatives:

  • I drove
  • I was the driver
  • I was the one who drove

was driven by myself

This phrase is correct but less common in English.

This phrase can be used for emphasis or to avoid using 'me' in a sentence. However, it can sound awkward in many contexts.

Alternatives:

  • I drove myself
  • I was the one who drove myself
  • I was the driver

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