German Conversation · Level 152
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IPA/ˈaʊ̯fˌʃpiːlən/
Er spielt sich immer auf.
He is always showing off.
Sie spielt vor Kunden auf, um Eindruck zu machen.
She shows off in front of customers to make an impression.
Someone turns an ordinary performance into a conspicuous display meant to attract admiration.
vor Kunden aufspielen
show off in front of customers
bei Treffen aufspielen
show off at meetings
angeben: Trying to impress others by overstating personal stories or possessions.
prahlen: Praising personal achievements or abilities in an exaggerated way.
posen: Using a carefully styled appearance or manner to attract notice.
protzen: Making a show of wealth or power to impress others.
sich durch übertriebene Art wichtig machen und anderen imponieren wollen
The verb is formed from auf- and spielen; its reflexive use extends playing into the figurative idea of putting oneself on display.