swank
v[I]
(infml derog 口, 贬) behave or talk in a boastful way; swagger 炫耀; 吹嘘; 趾高气扬
She's swanking just because they said her essay was the best. 皆因人称她的文章最好, 她就忘乎所以了. swank, n (infml derog 口, 贬)
1 [U] behaviour or talk that is intended to impress people 炫耀; 吹嘘; 出风头
wear an expensive watch just for swank 仅为摆阔气而戴贵重的手表.
2 [C] person who swanks 炫耀者; 吹牛者; 出风头的人
Don't be such a swank! 别那麽招摇!
🗣️ 情景例句
May I please speak to Mr. Kong?
我可以孔先生讲话吗?
People go to visit their parents, relatives and friends.
人们出门探望父母、亲威和朋友。
Next, if it is not a story, get an idea of the organization of the book. Read the back cover and the introduction. Look at the pictures and the short texts below them. Turn to the front of the book and look at the contents. This way you can decide whether