gabar
to boast, to brag, to praise
Advanced Verb
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Pronunciation
/ɡɐˈbaɾ/
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Cultural Note
Gabar has two distinct uses: 'gabar-se' (reflexive) means to brag/boast and is negative, while 'gabar alguém/algo' means to praise someone/something and is positive. The Portuguese saying 'quem se gaba, mal acaba' warns that boasters come to bad ends.
📝 Example Sentences
Ele vive a gabar-se dos seus feitos.
He's always bragging about his achievements.
Não te gabes antes do tempo.
Don't brag before the time is right.
Toda a gente gaba a comida dela.
Everyone praises her cooking.