do someone proud



do someone proud

1. Also, do credit to someone. Be a source of honor, distinction, or pride. For example, She did us proud, handling the problem with such aplomb, or Your new title does you credit. [Early 1800s]
2. Treat someone or oneself generously or extravagantly, as in You really did us proud with that banquet. [Early 1800s]
See also: proud

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
CÉLinese-LEENFrench
Auxentios-Ancient Greek
AmunAH-mun (English)Egyptian Mythology (Anglicized)
JoonjoonKorean
Fayvel-Yiddish
JolieJO-lee (English), zho-LEE (French)English, Various