to flatter
01
smickra, berömma
to highly praise someone in an exaggerated or insincere way, especially for one's own interest
Transitive: to flatter sb/sth
Exempel
The employee flattered the boss by excessively praising their leadership style, hoping for a promotion.
Den anställde smickrade chefen genom att överdrivet berömma deras ledarstil, i hopp om en befordran.
During the interview, the candidate flattered the company's values, attempting to create a positive impression.
Under intervjun smickrade kandidaten företagets värderingar, i ett försök att skapa ett positivt intryck.
02
smickra, berömma
to believe something favorable about one's character or abilities even though it might not be true
Transitive
03
smickra, framhäva
to make someone look attractive or enhance their appearance, especially with a particular color or style of clothing
Exempel
The dress flatters her figure beautifully.
Klänningen smickrar hennes figur vackert.
Dark shades often flatter pale skin tones.
Mörka nyanser smickrar ofta bleka hudtoner.
to flatter oneself
01
to overestimate one's own abilities, accomplishments, or appearance
Exempel
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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