How to Pronounce "oneself"
word
/ˌwənˈsɛɫf/
wuhn-SELF
/wɒnsˈɛlf/
wun-SELF
Definition
Used to refer to the same person as the subject, especially to emphasize doing something alone or without help. Also used in formal or general statements when you don't name a specific person.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌwənˈsɛɫf/
British English
/wɒnsˈɛlf/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
wuhn-SELF
UK
wun-SELF
Listen in Context
It is important to believe in oneself.
One must take care of oneself.
Learning to trust oneself can take time.
To truly understand others, one must first understand oneself.