セルフ
Meanings
1
self-service
abbreviation
Abbreviation of セルフサービス. Refers to self-service systems, especially in gas stations, restaurants, and shops.
See also: セルフサービス
This gas station is self-service.
At the self-service udon shop, I took the tempura myself.
2
Prefix used in compounds like セルフチェック (self-check) or セルフイメージ (self-image). Not freely productive.
I used the hotel's self-check-in machine.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉はセルフですthis place is self-service
This gas station is self-service.
- セルフで〈動詞〉to do (something) by oneself, self-service style
Please handle the payment yourself at the self-checkout.