noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
self-interested show of kindness; acting selfishly under the guise of kindness
Describes behavior that appears kind but is actually motivated by self-interest. Often used critically.
彼の親切はおためごかしに過ぎない。
His kindness is nothing more than a self-interested show.
おためごかしの言葉に騙されないで。
Don't be fooled by words that are just a self-serving pretense of kindness.