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to flatter
01
vleien, complimenteren
to highly praise someone in an exaggerated or insincere way, especially for one's own interest
Transitive: to flatter sb/sth
Voorbeelden
She flattered her friend's cooking, even though the meal did n't meet her expectations, to avoid hurting their feelings.
Ze vleide het koken van haar vriend, hoewel de maaltijd niet aan haar verwachtingen voldeed, om hun gevoelens niet te kwetsen.
02
vleien, complimenteren
to believe something favorable about one's character or abilities even though it might not be true
Transitive
03
flatteren, voordelig doen uitkomen
to make someone look attractive or enhance their appearance, especially with a particular color or style of clothing
Voorbeelden
This hairstyle flatters his face shape perfectly.
Dit kapsel flattert de vorm van zijn gezicht perfect.
to flatter oneself
01
to overestimate one's own abilities, accomplishments, or appearance
Voorbeelden
She ’s always flattering herself about how much work she does around the office.
Lexicale Boom
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