Pride on Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈpɹaɪd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn

PRIDE-on

UK

pɹˈaɪd/ /ˈɒn

PRIDE-on

Definition

To feel proud of something you or your group have done well, especially when saying it is an important part of your identity.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used as 'pride oneself on.' Common formal expression: 'She prides herself on her honesty.' Not used for being proud of someone else. Often followed by a noun or -ing verb ('pride myself on being punctual').

• Spanish: enorgullecerse de
• Portuguese (BR): orgulhar-se de
• Portuguese (PT): orgulhar-se de
• Chinese (Simplified): 以...为傲
• Chinese (Traditional): 以...為傲
• Hindi: पर गर्व करना
• Arabic: يفتخر بـ
• Bengali: গর্ব করা - অহংকার করা
• Russian: гордиться
• Japanese: 誇りに思う
• Vietnamese: tự hào về
• Korean: 자부하다 - 자랑스러워하다
• Turkish: ile gurur duymak
• Urdu: فخر کرنا
• Indonesian: membanggakan

Example Sentences

I pride on my hard work.

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She prides on her honesty.

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We pride on being friendly.

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Local restaurants pride on using fresh ingredients.

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He really prides on being reliable — he’s never late.

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We pride on delivering great customer service every time.

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