How to Pronounce "ourself"
word
aʊɝˈsɛɫf/, /ɑɹˈsɛɫf
owr-SELF
aʊəsˈɛlf
ow-uh-SELF
Definition
Used as a reflexive form of 'we' or 'us' when the speakers are referring back to themselves, especially in formal or old-fashioned English or in certain expressions.
IPA Transcription
American English
aʊɝˈsɛɫf/, /ɑɹˈsɛɫf
British English
aʊəsˈɛlf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
owr-SELF
UK
ow-uh-SELF
Listen in Context
We told ourself to stay calm during the difficult meeting.
The company declared, "We, ourself, will handle the issue."
In the letter, the king wrote, "We, ourself, are pleased."
It's not every day we refer to ourself like royalty, but sometimes it happens in old documents.