“Blow your own trumpet”

Definition

To talk proudly about your own achievements.

Examples

Examples

“He is talented, but he always blows his own trumpet.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Blow your own trumpet" mean?
"Blow your own trumpet" means to talk proudly about your own achievements..
How do you use "Blow your own trumpet" in a sentence?
Example: "He is talented, but he always blows his own trumpet."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Blow your own trumpet"?
Хвастаться своими достижениями. / Գովել սեփական հաջողությունները։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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