come into (one's) own



come into (one's) own

To reach a new level of maturity, independence, or success. Often said of young adults. Betsy has really come into her own this year. A full-time job, a new apartment—she's doing great!
See also: come, own

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
CÉSarTHE-sahr (Spanish), SE-sahr (Latin American Spanish)French, Spanish, Portuguese
LuĈJoLOO-chyoEsperanto
Chen-Chinese
Felipefe-LEE-pe (Spanish)Spanish, Portuguese (Brazilian)
Milka (2)-Biblical
BoŽA-Serbian