How to Pronounce Self-centred

To pronounce "self-centred", say SELFC-entr-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

SELFC-entr-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “self-centred”

"self-centred" has 3 syllables: selfc-entr-ed. It rhymes with self-centered, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: self-centered — easy to mix up when writing.

What does self-centred mean?

adjective

  1. Egotistically obsessed with oneself.
  2. Concerned with the self, as opposed to the greater good of one's group, community, tribe, etc.; individualistic.

Words that rhyme with self-centred

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self-centered

Related words

self-centeredegoisticalegocentricegoisticself-involvedself-servingself-absorbedself-obsessed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "self-centred"?▾

"Self-centred" has 3 syllables: selfc · entr · ed.

What does "self-centred" mean?▾

Self-centred: Egotistically obsessed with oneself.

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