Pride on Meaning in English
expression
ˈpɹaɪd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
PRIDE-on
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 dePortuguese (BR): orgulhar-se dePortuguese (PT): orgulhar-se deChinese (Simplified): 以...为傲Chinese (Traditional): 以...為傲Hindi: पर गर्व करनाArabic: يفتخر بـBengali: গর্ব করা - অহংকার করাRussian: гордитьсяJapanese: 誇りに思うVietnamese: tự hào vềKorean: 자부하다 - 자랑스러워하다Turkish: ile gurur duymakUrdu: فخر کرناIndonesian: 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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