Ipaghambog (en. To boast)

/ipaˈɡham.bog/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform an action that aims to boast about one's success or possessions.
One thing he boasted about was his extravagant house.
Isang bagay na ipinag hambog niya ang kanyang magarang bahay.
To express success with pride.
He would boast about his completed projects.
Siya ay ipaghambog niya ang kanyang mga natapos na proyekto.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'hambog' which means pride or boastfulness.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to boast about success
To express achievements with pride.
ipaghambog ang tagumpay

Related Words

boastful
A person who is arrogant or overly proud.
hambog

Slang Meanings

to boast
You're great at basketball, show that off!
Ang galing mo sa basketball, ipaghambog mo yan!
to brag
Don’t show off your stuff too much, they might get jealous.
Huwag mo masyadong ipaghambog ang mga gamit mo, baka mainggit sila.
renowned
We should showcase the renowned people in our town.
Dapat ipaghambog ang mga tanyag na tao sa bayan natin.