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How to pronounce “brag”

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Pronunciation guide for brag

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of brag with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
How to Design for Dignity During Times of WarMaybe I would also brag about co-owning two cafes in Kyiv,
Definition summary
A boast or boasting; bragging; ostentatious pretence or self-glorification.

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How to pronounce brag

How to Design for Dignity During Times of War

Maybe I would also brag about co-owning two cafes in Kyiv,

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “brag”

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • A boast or boasting; bragging; ostentatious pretence or self-glorification.
  • The thing which is boasted of.
  • (uncountable) Short for three card brag.
  • [Verb]
  • (intransitive, often with of) To boast; to talk with excessive pride about what one has, is able to do, or has done; often as an attempt to popularize oneself.
  • [Adjective]
  • Excellent; first-rate.
  • (archaic) Brisk; full of spirits; boasting; pretentious; conceited.
  • [Adverb]
  • (obsolete) Proudly; boastfully.

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