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VocabJLPT N3

selfish

な-AdjectiveNoun

Also written as 我儘

Definitions

1. selfish
2. egoist
3. self-indulgent

This noun and な-adjective describes someone who is selfish, self-centered, or always wanting their own way. It can be used to describe a person or behavior, often with a slightly negative tone, like a child throwing a tantrum to get what they want.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Leaving food on your plate and saying it's not to your taste — that's just selfish.

Sentence 2

Even for a dream, sacrificing others is selfish.

Sentence 3

If you keep acting like this, I'm going to need some distance.

Sentence 4

If I start being selfish, make sure you call me out, okay?

Sentence 5

That's just selfishness — completely ignoring the rules of society!