B2verbrelationships
US/boʊst/
UK/bəʊst/
to talk too proudly about what you have or can do; also to have something good
In context
He's always boasting about his expensive car and his holidays abroad.
The hotel boasts a rooftop pool with amazing views of the river.
She never boasts, even though she speaks four languages fluently.
Words that go with boast
verb + preposition
- boast aboutStop boasting about your exam results; it's annoying.
- boast ofThe town can boast of three famous writers.
- boast toHe boasted to his friends that he had met the president.
adverb + verb
- proudly boastLocals proudly boast that their beef noodle soup is the best in Vietnam.
- often boastTech companies often boast about their fast growth.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He boasted his new phone to everyone.Correct: He boasted about his new phone to everyone.