Paghahambog (en. Boasting)

/paɡaˈhambɔɡ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The behavior of bragging or thinking that you are better than others.
His boasting has reached such a level that it has become unbearable.
Ang kanyang paghahambog ay umabot na sa labis na antas na hindi na ito nakatuwad.
The display of vanity or pride in one's achievements.
His boasting about his achievements offends others.
Ang paghahambog niya sa kanyang mga naabot ay nakaka-offend sa iba.
A type of behavior aimed at praising oneself in any way.
Boasting does not earn respect from others.
Ang paghahambog ay hindi nagdudulot ng respeto mula sa iba.

Etymology

from the root word 'hambog'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Don't boast
Give advice not to be arrogant.
Huwag magpaghambog
Boasting of success
Pride about one's achievements or successes.
Paghahambog ng tagumpay

Related Words

braggart
A person who is boastful or likes to brag.
hambog
to flaunt
The act of doing something with boasting.
maghamog

Slang Meanings

excessive pride
He's so boastful about his new stuff, it's like he can't help it.
Sobrang paghahambog niya sa mga bagong gamit niya, parang hindi na makapagpigil.
showing off
Avoid showing off on social media, it's so annoying.
Iwasan mo na ang paghahambog sa social media, nakakainis na.
ostentation
His boasting about his car is so ridiculous!
Yung paghahambog niya sa kanyang sasakyan, ang labo!