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自夸
zìkuā
Description
“自夸”的意思是自己说自己很好、很厉害。
"自夸" means to say that you are good or impressive yourself.
这个词常常带一点不好的意思，因为别人不喜欢一直夸自己的人。
This word often has a slightly negative meaning because others don't like people who keep praising themselves.
Meanings
自夸zìkuā
to praise oneself; to boast
他总是自夸自己很聪明。
He always boasts about being smart.
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Notes
- Etymology
自 (self) + 夸 (praise, boast) = to praise oneself.
- Nuance
usually negative, implying showing off; 夸奖 means praising others positively.
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