Show off Meaning in English
expression
ˈʃoʊ/ /ˈɔf
SHOH-awf
ʃˈəʊ/ /ˈɒf
SHOH-of
Definition
To behave in a way that draws attention to yourself, usually to impress others or make them admire you.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, often negative; suggests arrogance or annoyance. Common as 'He's a real show-off' (noun). Collocates with 'skills', 'money', 'car'. Not always serious—sometimes playful among friends. Don't confuse with 'show up' (arrive).
Spanish: presumir - alardearPortuguese (BR): se mostrar - exibir-sePortuguese (PT): exibir-se - armar-se em espertoChinese (Simplified): 炫耀 - 卖弄Chinese (Traditional): 炫耀 - 賣弄Hindi: दिखावा करनाArabic: يتباهى - يستعرضBengali: দাঁত-মাজা - নিজেকে জাহির করাRussian: хвастаться - выпендриватьсяJapanese: 見せびらかす - 自慢するVietnamese: khoe khoang - phô trươngKorean: 자랑하다 - 뽐내다Turkish: hava atmak - gösteriş yapmakUrdu: شیخی مارنا - دکھاوا کرناIndonesian: pamer - memamerkan
Example Sentences
He likes to show off his new car.
basic
Don't show off in class.
basic
She always tries to show off her skills.
basic
Stop trying to show off; nobody is impressed.
natural
He loves to show off at parties by telling funny stories.
natural
Some people just can't help but show off when they get a little attention.
natural