Showoff Meaning in English
word
ˈʃoʊˌɔf
SHOH-awf
ʃˈəʊɒf
SHUH-ohf
Definition
A showoff is someone who always tries to get attention by displaying their abilities, possessions, or achievements, often in an annoying or boastful way.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and mildly negative. Often used to criticize or joke about someone's behavior. Commonly refers to people who try too hard to impress others. Synonyms: 'bragger', 'boaster'. Don't confuse with 'show off' (the verb).
Spanish: presumido - fanfarrón - exhibicionistaPortuguese (BR): exibido - exibicionistaPortuguese (PT): exibicionista - convencidoChinese (Simplified): 爱炫耀的人 - 自夸的人Chinese (Traditional): 愛炫耀的人 - 自誇的人Hindi: दिखावा करने वालाArabic: متعجرف - متباهٍBengali: দেখনদার - আত্মপ্রশংসাকারীRussian: хвастунJapanese: 目立ちたがり屋 - 自慢屋Vietnamese: kẻ khoe khoangKorean: 잘난 척하는 사람Turkish: gösterişçiUrdu: نمائش پسندIndonesian: pamer - orang yang suka pamer
Example Sentences
My brother is such a showoff at school.
basic
Nobody likes a showoff at parties.
basic
He bought a sports car just to be a showoff.
basic
That guy is a total showoff when he plays basketball.
natural
Don’t be such a showoff—let someone else talk for a change.
natural
Everyone knew she was a showoff, but she didn’t care at all.
natural