How to Pronounce Self-seeking

To pronounce "self-seeking", say SELFS-eek-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

SELFS-eek-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “self-seeking”

"self-seeking" has 3 syllables: selfs-eek-ing.

What does self-seeking mean?

noun

  1. The selfish promotion of one's own interests.

adjective

  1. Mindful of, or promoting, only one's own interests.
  2. (of a missile) That searches for a target automatically.

Related words

selfishself-servingself-interestexpedienceopportunismself-interestedself-centredself-centered

Frequently asked questions

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

"Self-seeking" has 3 syllables: selfs · eek · ing.

What does "self-seeking" mean?▾

Self-seeking: The selfish promotion of one's own interests.

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