noun
Uncommon
bragging
BRAG-ihng
Bragging (noun) means the act of boasting about oneself. Example: “His constant bragging about his salary got tiresome quickly.”
noun
1
The act of boasting about oneself.
"His constant bragging about his salary got tiresome quickly."
How to use bragging
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe habit or act of boasting.
Common pairings
bragging rights
stop bragging
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Word forms
- Plural
- braggings
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What does “bragging” mean?
The word “bragging” means the act of boasting about oneself. In plain terms, the habit or act of boasting.
How do you pronounce “bragging”?
“Bragging” is pronounced BRAG-ihng (/ˈbɹæɡ.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bragging” in a sentence?
Here is “bragging” used in a sentence: “His constant bragging about his salary got tiresome quickly.”
What part of speech is “bragging”?
“Bragging” is a noun.
Is “bragging” a common word?
“Bragging” is an uncommon word in modern English.
