How to Pronounce Selfhood

To pronounce "selfhood", say SELFH-ood — 2 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

SELFH-ood

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💡 Tip for remembering “selfhood”

"selfhood" has 2 syllables: selfh-ood.

What does selfhood mean?

noun

  1. State of having a distinct identity, or being an individual distinct from others; individuality.
  2. The fully developed self; one's personality, character.

Related words

egoselfnessidentityselfdomself-awarenessselfshipindividuityegoity

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How many syllables are in "selfhood"?▾

"Selfhood" has 2 syllables: selfh · ood.

What does "selfhood" mean?▾

Selfhood: State of having a distinct identity, or being an individual distinct from others; individuality.

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