flatter
fla
ˈflæ
flā
tter
tɜr
tēr
British pronunciation
/flˈætɐ/

Definice a význam slova „flatter“ v angličtině

to flatter
01

lichotit, podbízet se

to highly praise someone in an exaggerated or insincere way, especially for one's own interest
Transitive: to flatter sb/sth
to flatter definition and meaning
example
Příklady
The employee flattered the boss by excessively praising their leadership style, hoping for a promotion.
Zaměstnanec lichotil šéfovi tím, že nadměrně chválil jeho styl vedení, v naději na povýšení.
During the interview, the candidate flattered the company's values, attempting to create a positive impression.
Během pohovoru kandidát lichotil hodnotám společnosti a snažil se vytvořit pozitivní dojem.
02

lichotit, podbízet se

to believe something favorable about one's character or abilities even though it might not be true
Transitive
03

lichotit, zvýraznit

to make someone look attractive or enhance their appearance, especially with a particular color or style of clothing
example
Příklady
The dress flatters her figure beautifully.
Šaty lichotí její postavě nádherně.
Dark shades often flatter pale skin tones.
Tmavé odstíny často lichotí světlým odstínům pleti.
to flatter oneself
to flatter oneself
01

to overestimate one's own abilities, accomplishments, or appearance

example
Příklady
Do n't flatter yourself — you do n't sing any better than we do.
I flatter myself that I'm a good dancer.
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