Ipagmarangya (en. To show off)

/ipagmaɾaŋja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To show wealth or goodness through behavior or attire.
He showed off his new car in front of his friends.
Siya ay nag-ipagmarangya ng kanyang bagong kotse sa harap ng kanyang mga kaibigan.
The expression of oneself in a way that attracts attention or admiration.
He wanted to show off his achievements in life.
Nais niyang ipagmarangya ang kanyang mga nagawa sa buhay.
Saying or doing something with the intention of showing capability or wealth.
He couldn't help but brag about his success in the marathon.
Hindi niya maiwasang ipagmarangya ang kanyang tagumpay sa marathon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be extravagant
to excessively show off wealth or ability.
magmarangya
to display wealth
to provide evidence of wealth to the public.
ipakita ang kayamanan

Related Words

luxurious
showing luxury, wealth, or extravagant living.
marangya
pride
boasting or excessive self-regard.
yabang

Slang Meanings

to show off wealth or high status
Why are you dressed like that? It's like you want to show off your money!
Bakit ganyan ang damit mo? Parang gusto mong ipagmarangya ang pera mo!
to boast or brag
You're always saving up just to show off to your friends.
Lagi ka na lang nag-iipon para ipagmarangya sa mga kaibigan mo.
using high-value items for impression
Don't show off so much with your gadgets, it's getting embarrassing.
Huwag ka masyadong mag-ipagmarangya sa mga gadgets mo, nakakahiya na.
to present a good image to the public
You don't want to make having a high lifestyle your inspiration, but rather your showy way of living.
Ayaw mong gawing inspirasyon ang pagkakaroon ng mataas na estilo sa buhay, kundi ang iyong ipagmarangya na pamumuhay.