To pronounce "self-sustaining", say SELFS-ust-ain-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"self-sustaining" has 4 syllables: selfs-ust-ain-ing.
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"Self-sustaining" has 4 syllables: selfs · ust · ain · ing.
Self-sustaining: Able to provide for one's own needs without help from others; self-sufficient.
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