toot (one's) own trumpet



toot (one's) own trumpet

To boast or brag about one's own abilities, skills, success, achievements, etc. I don't mean to toot my own trumpet, but this pasta sauce I made is quite delicious! I can't stand being around Marcus since his company became such a massive success. The guy just can't stop tooting his own trumpet!
See also: own, toot, trumpet

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Daisy['deizi]
Asia (2)AH-shahPolish
BradÁN-Ancient Irish
Suhartosoo-HAHR-toIndonesian, Javanese
Azaleaə-ZAY-lee-ə, ə-ZAYL-yəEnglish (Rare)
Konstanze-German