Which one is correct?
"who i am" or "Who am I"?

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who i am

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when describing oneself.

This phrase is used to make a statement about one's identity or characteristics.

Examples:

  • This is who I am.
  • I know who I am.
  • I like who I am.
  • I am proud of who I am.
  • I can't change who I am.

Alternatives:

  • This is who I am.
  • I know who I am.
  • I like who I am.
  • I am proud of who I am.
  • I can't change who I am.

Who am I

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when asking about one's identity.

This phrase is used as a question to inquire about one's identity or sense of self.

Examples:

  • Who am I to judge?
  • Who am I kidding?
  • Who am I becoming?
  • Who am I really?
  • Who am I without you?

Alternatives:

  • Who am I?
  • Who I am?
  • Who are you?
  • Who is he?
  • Who are they?
Both "who am I" and "who I am" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Who am I" is a question asking about one's identity, while "who I am" is a statement describing oneself.

Last Updated: March 22, 2024

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