How to Pronounce "not to brag"
expression
NAHT-tuh-BRAG
NOT-too-BRAG
Definition
A phrase used before or after mentioning an achievement or something positive about oneself, to show you are not trying to boast or appear arrogant.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɑt/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈbɹæɡ
British English
nˈɒt/ /tˈuː/ /bɹˈæɡ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAHT-tuh-BRAG
UK
NOT-too-BRAG
Listen in Context
Not to brag, but I got the highest score in the test.
She said, 'not to brag, but my cookies always win competitions.'
Not to brag, but I finished the project two days early.
Not to brag, but people actually ask me for cooking tips now.