Pagmamapuri (en. Self-admiration)

/paɡ.ma.maˈpu.ri/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state where a person has intense pride in themselves or their achievements.
Self-admiration can create misunderstandings among those around.
Ang pagmamapuri ay maaaring magdala ng hindi pag-intindi sa mga tao sa paligid.
Giving importance to one's own identity or abilities.
We should have self-admiration for our achievements, but it should not exceed into arrogance.
Dapat tayong magkaroon ng pagmamapuri sa ating mga nagawa, ngunit hindi ito dapat lumampas sa kayabangan.
The tendency to see oneself as superior to others even when not.
Excessive self-admiration causes friendship issues.
Ang labis na pagmamapuri ay nagiging sanhi ng hindi pagkakaibigan.

Etymology

From the word 'mapuri' meaning to be proud.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Full of self-admiration
Someone who excessively takes pride in themselves or their work.
Puno ng pagmamapuri

Related Words

achievements
Things that a person has accomplished or attained.
mga nagawa
arrogance
A behavior of excessive displaying of pride.
kayabangan

Slang Meanings

Bragging
His arrogance is over the top, you’d think he's someone important.
Grabe ang pagmamapuri niya, akala mo kung sino na.
Self-praise
I don't want to listen to his stories, it's all self-praise.
Ayaw kong makinig sa mga kwento ng kanya, puro pagmamapuri lang.