To pronounce "self-destructive", say SELFD-estr-uct-iv-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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SELFD-estr-uct-iv-e
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"self-destructive" has 5 syllables: selfd-estr-uct-iv-e.
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"Self-destructive" has 5 syllables: selfd · estr · uct · iv · e.
Self-destructive: That causes injury to oneself or harm to one's interests.
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