How to Pronounce "gloat over"
expression
ˈɡɫoʊt/ /ˈoʊvɝ
GLOHT OH-ver
ɡlˈəʊt/ /ˈəʊvɐ
guh-LOHT OH-vuh
Definition
To show self-satisfaction or pleasure, especially in a way that is considered offensive, because of your own success or someone else's failure.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɫoʊt/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
ɡlˈəʊt/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GLOHT OH-ver
UK
guh-LOHT OH-vuh
Listen in Context
He likes to gloat over his team's victories.
Don't gloat over other people's mistakes.
She couldn't help but gloat over her promotion.
He couldn't stop gloating over his friend's mistake in front of everyone.