The phrase "self respect" is a correct and usable phrase in written English. You can use it to describe a feeling of personal pride and high esteem. For example, "Everyone needs to cultivate a sense of self respect in order to be happy and successful."
Can Labour find its self respect?
Self respect.
Please have self respect, ladies".
Never lose self respect.
Have some self respect.
Self respect is very important.
Without self-respect!
"Self-discipline, self-respect, deodorant".
My self-respect.
It's about self-respect.
He's offering them self-respect".
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Maria Pia Montoro
Terminologist and Q/A Analyst @ Translation Centre for the Bodies of the European Union