How to Pronounce Self-sufficient

To pronounce "self-sufficient", say SELFS-uff-ic-ient — 4 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

SELFS-uff-ic-ient

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💡 Tip for remembering “self-sufficient”

"self-sufficient" has 4 syllables: selfs-uff-ic-ient. It rhymes with proficient and deficient, if that helps it stick.

What does self-sufficient mean?

adjective

  1. Able to provide for oneself independently of others; not needing external support.
  2. Overconfident in one's own abilities; arrogant.

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Words that rhyme with self-sufficient

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proficientdeficientsufficientefficientinsufficientbeneficentinefficientcoefficient

Related words

self-sustainingindependentself-sufficingself-relianceself-directedself-reliantself-sufficiencyself-supporting

Frequently asked questions

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

"Self-sufficient" has 4 syllables: selfs · uff · ic · ient.

What does "self-sufficient" mean?▾

Self-sufficient: Able to provide for oneself independently of others; not needing external support.

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