brag
Translation
to boast, to brag, to show off
Examples
He's always bragging about his new car.
He's always bragging about his new car.
She bragged that she could run the fastest.
She bragged that she could run the fastest.
Grammar Patterns
((about sth.)) to talk proudly about (sth.). He's always bragging about his new car.
((that + clause)) to say proudly that... She bragged that she could run the fastest.
Similar Words
Synonyms: boast, show off, crow; Antonyms: be modest, be humble
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, possibly related to Old Norse 'bragr' meaning 'best, foremost, poetry'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone carrying a big 'bag' of trophies to 'brag' about.