unselfish
gb/ʌnsˈɛlfɪʃ/ us/ʌnsˈɛlfɪʃ/
B2
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adjective
B2
property
1
caring more about others
thinking of other people, not only yourself
Patrón de uso:
[someone] is unselfish
Error frecuente:
Unselfish is an adjective (not a noun): say “She is unselfish,” not “She is an unselfish.”
Sinónimos
selfless (Often suggests putting others first in a strong or consistent way.)
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altruistic (More formal; emphasizes helping others, sometimes at a cost to oneself.)
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generous (Often focused on giving time, money, or help rather than general attitude.)
Antónimos
selfish (Caring mainly about your own needs and advantage.)
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self-centered (Focused on yourself and your own interests.)
Colocaciones
an unselfish person
|unselfish kindness
|unselfish behavior
|unselfish help
|unselfish concern
|unselfish nature
|unselfish character
|truly unselfish
|remarkably unselfish
|unselfish and generous
Temas
people
|relationships
|character
|values
Ejemplos
- It was unselfish of him to give up his seat to the elderly woman.
- She’s an unselfish friend who always shows up when you need her.
- They were unselfish enough to share the credit with the whole team.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- My sister is unselfish.
- He is unselfish and kind.
adjective
B2
property
2
done to benefit others
done to help others, not yourself
Patrón de uso:
an unselfish [act/decision/choice]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use unselfish where “generous” fits better for money or gifts; unselfish is broader and often about intentions.
Sinónimos
selfless (Often implies personal sacrifice or lack of concern for reward.)
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charitable (Common when the action involves helping people in need or donating.)
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generous (Often used for giving resources; may not always imply lack of self-interest.)
Antónimos
self-serving (Done mainly to benefit yourself.)
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selfish (Done for your own advantage without caring about others.)
Colocaciones
an unselfish act
|an unselfish decision
|an unselfish choice
|an unselfish gesture
|an unselfish sacrifice
|unselfish support
|unselfish service
|an unselfish offer
|unselfish giving
|an unselfish contribution
Temas
daily_life
|relationships
|values
Ejemplos
- Donating anonymously was an unselfish gesture.
- Taking extra shifts so her colleague could rest was an unselfish choice.
- He made an unselfish decision to put the group’s needs first.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- That was an unselfish act.
- It was unselfish to help without asking for money.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
unselfish
AFI
GB/ʌnsˈɛlfɪʃ/
US/ʌnsˈɛlfɪʃ/
Sílabas y acento
un - selfish (2 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (selfish)
Formas de la palabra
Adjective
- Base: unselfish
Expresiones
unselfish to a fault
1/ʌnsˈɛlfɪʃ tə ə fˈɔlt/
fixed phrase
too willing to sacrifice
so unselfish that it causes problems
Ejemplos
- She’s unselfish to a fault and never takes time off for herself.
- He was unselfish to a fault, always saying yes even when he was exhausted.
unselfish with [something]
1/ʌnsˈɛlfɪʃ wˈɪθ sˈʌmθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
ready to share something
happy to share something you have
Ejemplos
- Our manager is unselfish with her time and always makes space for questions.
- He’s unselfish with praise and makes sure the whole team gets credit.