der Angeber
show-off, braggart
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈanˌɡeːbɐ/
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Cultural Note
Angeber comes from 'angeben' (to show off/to brag). In a culture that values Bescheidenheit (modesty), being called an Angeber is a pointed criticism. The female form is 'die Angeberin.' The related noun 'die Angeberei' means 'bragging.'
📝 Example Sentences
Er ist so ein Angeber!
He is such a show-off!
Niemand mag Angeber.
Nobody likes show-offs.
Sei kein Angeber, das beeindruckt hier niemanden.
Don't be a show-off, that doesn't impress anyone here.