How to Pronounce "look out for number one"
expression
LUUK-OWT-fer-NUM-ber-WUN
LUUK-OWT-for-NUM-buh-WON
Definition
To do what is best for yourself and prioritize your own needs or interests above those of others, often with the idea of being selfish.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫʊk/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈnəmbɝ/ /ˈwən
British English
lˈʊk/ /ˈaʊt/ /fˈɔː/ /ˈnʌmbə/ /wˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LUUK-OWT-fer-NUM-ber-WUN
UK
LUUK-OWT-for-NUM-buh-WON
Listen in Context
He always looks out for number one and never helps his friends.
If you look out for number one, people might think you are selfish.
Sometimes it’s important to look out for number one and take care of yourself.
She’s the type who will always look out for number one before anyone else.