How to Pronounce "boast of"
expression
ˈboʊst/ /ˈəv
BOHST uhv
bˈəʊst/ /ˈɒv
BOHST ov
Definition
To talk with too much pride about something you have, have done, or know, often to impress others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈboʊst/ /ˈəv
British English
bˈəʊst/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOHST uhv
UK
BOHST ov
Listen in Context
He always boasts of his high test scores.
She likes to boast of her cooking skills.
They boast of living in the best part of the city.
You don't have to boast of your connections—just let your work speak for itself.