自己紹介

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 自己紹介(じこしょうかい) means introducing oneself to other people.
• Basic usage: It is used when briefly giving one's name or background in a new class or an interview.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Who is introduced
  • In 自己紹介する, the person introduces themselves. 友人を紹介する means introducing a friend.
• Being asked to introduce oneself
  • 自己紹介を求められる means being asked to give a self-introduction.