Paghambugan (en. Bragging)
/pɐɡˌhɐmˈbuˈɡan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of boasting or bragging about oneself or one's achievements.
His bragging about his successes disappointed some of his friends.
Ang kanyang paghambugan tungkol sa kanyang mga tagumpay ay nakabigo sa ilang kanyang kaibigan.
A form of communication that involves boasting or bragging.
In the athletes' bragging, there are sports that amplify the explosion of talent.
Sa paghambugan ng mga atleta, may mga sport na mas nagpapaingay ng pagsabog ng talento.
A conversation that contains excessive self-praise.
Their boasting did not attract spectators but rather caused irritation.
Ang kanilang paghambugan ay hindi nakaakit ng mga tagapanood kundi nagdulot ng pagkairita.
Etymology
The term 'paghambugan' is derived from 'hambog', meaning pride or arrogance.
Common Phrases and Expressions
boastful bragging
a type of boasting that is excessive and becomes annoying.
mayabang na paghambugan
heroes' bragging
the conversation of heroes about their achievements.
paghambugan ng mga bayani
Related Words
braggart
A person who likes to boast and brag.
hambog
showiness
A behavior that features excessive boasting.
pamayabang
Slang Meanings
teasing or competition
I hope you won’t compete with other groups anymore, it's so annoying.
Sana 'wag ka na lang makipaghambugan sa ibang grupo, nakakainis na.
showing off or boasting
Your friends only know how to brag.
Iyong mga kaibigan, puro paghambugan na lang ang nalalaman.