Swahili
ringa
REE-ngah
How to say it
SwahiliringaREE-ngahsoon
Englishto show off, swaggersoon
Frenchse pavaner, faire l'importantsoon
Meaning
to put on airs, act self-important, or swagger; also, to irritate or provoke someone.
Good to know
The common form is kuringa; often used for someone showing off or acting arrogant to impress others.
Examples
- Kijana huyo anapenda kuringa mbele ya marafiki.That young man likes to show off in front of friends.
- Je, unaringa kwa sababu ya gari lako jipya?Are you showing off because of your new car?
- Sitaringa kamwe.I will never show off.
- Ataringa akipata ushindi.He will show off if he gets a win.
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