How to Pronounce Oneself

To pronounce "oneself", say ON-es-elf — 3 syllables, IPA /wʌnˈsɛlf/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

oneself

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Syllables

Letters

/wʌnˈsɛlf/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “oneself”

"oneself" has 3 syllables: on-es-elf. It rhymes with self and shelf, if that helps it stick.

What does oneself mean?

pronoun

A person's self: general form of himself, herself, themself or yourself.
“Teaching oneself to swim can be dangerous.”

Synonyms

one's self

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Words that rhyme with oneself

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

self shelf myself itself delph themself herself himself bookshelf yourself self-

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "oneself"?▾

"Oneself" has 3 syllables: on · es · elf.

What is the IPA transcription of "oneself"?▾

The IPA transcription of "oneself" is /wʌnˈsɛlf/.

What does "oneself" mean?▾

Oneself: A person's self: general form of himself, herself, themself or yourself.

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