How to Pronounce "selfish"
word
/ˈsɛɫfɪʃ/
SEL-fish
/sˈɛlfɪʃ/
SEL-fish
Definition
Caring mainly about yourself and your own needs, without thinking enough about other people and how your actions affect them.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɛɫfɪʃ/
British English
/sˈɛlfɪʃ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEL-fish
UK
SEL-fish
Listen in Context
It is selfish to eat all the cake and leave none for others.
He made a selfish choice and kept the money for himself.
Don't be selfish—let your sister play too.
I know you're tired, but it feels selfish to cancel at the last minute when everyone is already on their way.