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VocabJLPT N2

to boast of

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to boast of
2. to be proud of

This word means to be proud of something or to boast about it. It is used when someone takes pride in an achievement, possession, or characteristic, and it can carry either a positive sense of healthy pride or a negative sense of showing off.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

No matter how much you pride yourself on your skills, one accident and it's all over, right?

Sentence 2

What moment do you think you're most proud of?

Sentence 3

"Our food speaks for itself," my dad said proudly.

Sentence 4

There was a note on the desk that said "Be proud of yourself."

Sentence 5

When do you feel like you can really be proud of yourself?