To pronounce "selfishly", say SELF-ishly — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
selfishly
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"selfishly" has 2 syllables: self-ishly. It rhymes with elfishly, if that helps it stick.
adverb
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"Selfishly" has 2 syllables: self · ishly.
Selfishly: In a selfish manner; with regard to private interest only or chiefly.
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