How to Pronounce "selflessness"
word
ˈsɛɫfɫəsnɪs
SELF-luss-niss
sˈɛlfləsnəs
SELF-luss-nuss
Definition
Selflessness is the quality of caring more about other people’s needs or happiness than your own, often putting others first.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛɫfɫəsnɪs
British English
sˈɛlfləsnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SELF-luss-niss
UK
SELF-luss-nuss
Listen in Context
Selflessness is important in a team.
Her selflessness inspired everyone.
Acts of selflessness help people in need.
You could really see his selflessness when he gave up his time to volunteer.