To pronounce "self-respecting", say SELFR-esp-ect-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"self-respecting" has 4 syllables: selfr-esp-ect-ing.
adjective
“No self-respecting man would tolerate such an insult.”
"Self-respecting" has 4 syllables: selfr · esp · ect · ing.
Self-respecting: Having self-respect; having pride or knowledge of one's own worth.
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