Cool MateMeaning of Boast
to talk in a way that shows you are too proud of something that you have or can do
In simple words: To talk proudly about something you have done or own.
Boast in a sentence
- I don't want to boast, but I can actually speak six languages.
- She is always boasting about how wonderful her children are.
- He openly boasted of his skill as a burglar.
- Sam boasted that she could beat anyone at poker.
- Hay's booksellers justifiably boast that they cater for all tastes.
- ‘I won!’ she boasted.
- The hotel also boasts two swimming pools and a golf course.
- Rhodes boasts 300 days of sunshine a year.
- This is a region which proudly boasts its own distinct culture.
How to use Boast
Use 'boast' when talking about achievements or possessions in a confident way. It's generally neutral but can feel negative if overused or in contexts where humility is preferred.
Grammar pattern
boast + about/object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'toast' – imagine toasting to your own achievements!
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Boast appears in
Boast in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تباهي, يتباهى, يفتخر
التكلم بفخر عن شيء فعلته أو تملكه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বড়াই করা, গর্ব করা
নিজের কোনো কাজ বা জিনিস নিয়ে গর্ব করে কথা বলা।
- GermanDeutsch
angeben, prahlen
Stolz über etwas reden, das man getan oder besitzt.
- SpanishEspañol
Presumir, Alardear
Hablar con orgullo de algo que has hecho o que posees.
- Persianفارسی
افتخار کردن
به طور مغرورانه درباره چیزی که انجام دادهاید یا دارید صحبت کردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Se vanter, se glorifier
Parler fièrement de quelque chose que vous avez fait ou que vous possédez.
- Hindiहिन्दी
शेखी बघारना
किसी ऐसी चीज़ के बारे में गर्व से बात करना जो आपने की है या आपके पास है।
- ItalianItaliano
Vantarsi, Ostentare
Parlare con orgoglio di qualcosa che si è fatto o che si possiede.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Gabar-se, Exibir
Falar com orgulho sobre algo que você fez ou possui.
- RussianРусский
хвастаться, хвалиться
Говорить с гордостью о том, что ты сделал или чем владеешь.
- Urduاردو
شیخی مارنا، فخراً بیان کرنا
اپنی کسی کی ہوئی بات یا ملکیت کے بارے میں فخر سے بات کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
吹牛, 夸耀
自夸自己做过或拥有的事情。
More words like Boast
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- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Boast
What does Boast mean?
To talk proudly about something you have done or own.
What is the definition of Boast?
to talk in a way that shows you are too proud of something that you have or can do
How do you use Boast in a sentence?
I don't want to boast, but I can actually speak six languages.
Can you give another example of Boast?
She is always boasting about how wonderful her children are.
What are synonyms for Boast?
Common alternatives include pride, brag, gloat, vaunt, show off.
What is the opposite of Boast?
Opposite meanings include humble, deprecate.
What words go with Boast?
It commonly pairs with openly, about, of, proudly.
What are common mistakes when using Boast?
Using 'boast' without an object, like 'I boast.' Confusing with 'brag', which often sounds more negative. Incorrectly conjugating the verb, like 'boasted' instead of 'boast if speaking in present.
How do you pronounce Boast?
US: /["/bəʊst/","/bəʊsts/","/ˈbəʊstɪd/","/ˈbəʊstɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/bəʊst/","/bəʊsts/","/ˈbəʊstɪd/","/ˈbəʊstɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Boast?
Use 'boast' when talking about achievements or possessions in a confident way. It's generally neutral but can feel negative if overused or in contexts where humility is preferred.
What CEFR level is Boast?
"Boast" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.