You've probably started an introduction with "Myself Rahul…" — almost everyone here has.
It feels completely normal, because it's how we hear introductions all around us. But in
English, "Myself Rahul" sounds a little off, and you may have noticed an interviewer's small
reaction and wondered why. Please don't feel bad — this is one of the most common habits, and
it's also one of the easiest to fix. You only have to change two or three words. Once you
swap "Myself" for the natural version, you'll instantly sound more polished and confident.
Let's fix this habit together, gently and for good.
Quick answer: Instead of "Myself Rahul," say "I'm Rahul" or "My name is Rahul." That's
the whole fix. "Myself" is not used to introduce your name in correct English. Use "I'm…"
for a relaxed setting and "My name is…" for a formal one. You can also start with a greeting
first — "Hi, I'm Rahul." Change those two words and your introduction instantly sounds more
natural. No other grammar needs to change.
Why does "Myself Rahul" sound wrong?
Because in English, "myself" is not used to give your name. "Myself" means me, doing
something to me — like "I made it myself." It can't introduce who you are.
The correct words are "I'm" or "My name is." Both are short, simple, and natural.
❌ "Myself Rahul."
✅ "I'm Rahul."
✅ "My name is Rahul."
That's the entire grammar lesson. You don't need to understand the rule deeply — you just need
the right swap ready. Two words, fixed forever.
Which natural phrases can I use instead?
Memorise a few of these so the right one comes out automatically:
The two main swaps:
- "I'm ___."
- "My name is ___."
With a warm greeting first:
- "Hi, I'm ___."
- "Hello, my name is ___."
- "Good morning. I'm ___."
Adding a detail naturally:
- "I'm ___, and I'm from ___."
- "My name is ___, and I work as a ___."
Pick one greeting and one swap, and that's your natural opener. Say it a few times so the old
"Myself" habit gets replaced by the new one.
How do I add more without slipping back to "Myself"?
The trick is to keep going with "I" and "my," never circling back to "Myself." Each new piece
starts naturally.
"Hi, I'm Sneha. I'm from Indore. I just finished my B.Com, and I enjoy working with numbers."
Notice: "I'm… I'm… I… my… I." Smooth and natural the whole way. The old habit usually returns
when you restart a sentence, so keep each new line starting with "I" or "My."
For a deeper look at building this opening, see
how to start a self-introduction.
Can I see a full mini-script done the right way?
Here's a complete introduction for an interview, fully free of "Myself":
You: "Good morning. (pause) My name is Vikram. I'm from Jaipur, and I recently
completed my B.Com. I enjoy solving problems, and I'm good at staying organised under
pressure. That's a little about me — thank you."
And a relaxed classroom version:
You: "Hi, everyone. I'm Anjali. I'm in my second year of BCA, and I love design. Happy
to be here and glad to meet you all."
Read these out loud. Notice they never need "Myself" — and they sound completely natural. This
is exactly the version you want to make your default.
Say this, not that
- ❌ "Myself Rahul." → ✅ "I'm Rahul." / "My name is Rahul."
- ❌ "Myself working as a teacher." → ✅ "I work as a teacher."
- ❌ "Myself from Nagpur." → ✅ "I'm from Nagpur."
- ❌ "Myself completed my degree." → ✅ "I completed my degree."
- ❌ "Basically myself, I'm Rahul." → ✅ "Hi, I'm Rahul." (Drop "myself" entirely.)
- ❌ "Myself name is Rahul." → ✅ "My name is Rahul."
Common mistakes around this habit
- Fixing the name but slipping later. People say "I'm Rahul" then add "Myself from Nagpur."
Keep every line starting with "I" or "My." - Over-correcting into "I myself." "I myself am Rahul" is also wrong. Just "I'm Rahul."
- Saying it too fast to hide it. Speed doesn't fix grammar. Slow down and use the right words.
- Feeling embarrassed mid-sentence. If "Myself" slips out, just continue calmly. No one minds.
- Memorising one line only. Learn the pattern (I'm / My name is), not a single sentence.
How do I adjust for different situations?
The "I'm" and "My name is" swap works everywhere; you just pick the formality:
- Job interview: "Good morning. My name is ___." Formal and clean.
- College or classroom: "Hi, I'm ___." Relaxed and warm.
- Group introduction round: "Hi, I'm ___, from ___." Short and quick.
- Online / video call: "Hello, I'm ___." Said a little slower so it's clear on screen.
Same simple swap, just dressed up or down. Learn the pattern once and it works in any room.
Say it out loud (2-minute practice)
This habit only changes when your mouth practises the new version — so drill it now:
- Say "Hi, I'm ___" out loud five times until it feels more natural than "Myself."
- Now say "My name is ___" five times too, so you have both swaps ready.
- Build a full three-line intro using only "I" and "My." Say it slowly, start to finish.
- Record it. Listen back: did "Myself" sneak in anywhere? Fix it and say it again.
If you have no one to practise with, you can
break the "Myself" habit with a 24/7 AI partner
that gently corrects you without any judgment. A few reps and the new version becomes your default.
A quick word on the fear
Saying "Myself" for years doesn't make you bad at English — it just means you picked up a
common habit, like everyone around you. Replacing it is quick and painless. And if it slips
out one day, the world doesn't end; you simply carry on. The listener cares far more about
your warmth and clarity than one word. Aim for communication, not perfection. A calm
introduction with a small slip beats a stiff, scared one. Be patient with yourself — the new
habit settles in faster than you'd expect.
Mini-FAQ
Is "Myself Rahul" grammatically wrong?
Yes. "Myself" can't introduce your name in English. The correct forms are "I'm Rahul" or "My
name is Rahul." It's a small but worth-fixing error.
Should I use "I'm" or "My name is"?
Both are correct. Use "I'm ___" in relaxed settings and "My name is ___" in formal ones like
interviews. Pick whichever feels easier to say.
What if "Myself" slips out by accident?
Just continue calmly with the rest of your introduction. One slip is not a big deal, and most
listeners won't even notice. Keep going.
Can I start with a greeting before my name?
Yes, and it's a great idea. "Hi, I'm ___" or "Good morning, my name is ___" sounds warm and
natural. The greeting also gives you a calm second to start.
Your next step
You now know the simple swap — "I'm ___" or "My name is ___" instead of "Myself ___" — and how
to keep it natural all the way through. The real win is saying the new version out loud until
it replaces the old habit. If you want to build that natural, confident speaking in just 20
minutes a day with a patient AI partner, that's exactly what
the FirstWords English speaking course is built for.
Next, build out the rest of your introduction:
how to start a self-introduction,
common mistakes in self-introduction,
and the full guide to introducing yourself in English.