How to Pronounce Selassie

To pronounce "selassie", say SEL-ass-ie — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

selassie

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

SEL-ass-ie

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💡 Tip for remembering “selassie”

"selassie" has 3 syllables: sel-ass-ie. It rhymes with assay and brassy, if that helps it stick.

Words that rhyme with selassie

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

assaybrassysassyefficacychassisclassyglassyprofligacycassiegassygrassybrassie

Related words

hailenkrumahrastafarimelesabyssinianyerererastafarianism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "selassie"?▾

"Selassie" has 3 syllables: sel · ass · ie.

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