proud
gb/pɹˈaʊd/ us/pɹˈaʊd/
A2
ஆங்கிலம்
~ 2600
பொருள்கள்
0 பொருள்கள்
adjective
A2
state
1
Feeling pleased about achievements
Feeling happy because you or someone close to you has done something well.
பயன்பாட்டு முறை:
[someone] is proud of [something/someone]
பொதுவான தவறு:
Learners sometimes say 'proud for' instead of 'proud of'. The correct preposition is 'of' when referring to the cause of pride.
இணைச்சொற்கள்
pleased (Less intense and more general than 'proud', often about smaller successes.)
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satisfied (Focuses more on contentment than emotional pride.)
எதிர்ச்சொற்கள்
ashamed (Feeling bad or embarrassed about something, the opposite of pride.)
சொல் இணைப்புகள்
proud of
|proud moment
|proud parent
|proud achievement
கருப்பொருள்கள்
emotions
|daily life
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
உதாரணங்கள்
- She was proud of her daughter's graduation.
- I feel proud of the work we did together.
- He looked proud after winning the award.
- They are proud to be part of this project.
கற்பவர்களுக்கான உதாரணங்கள்
- I am proud of my team.
- She is proud of her son.
- We are proud of our school.
- He feels proud when he helps others.
adjective
B1
property
2
Having too much self-importance
Thinking you are more important or better than other people.
பயன்பாட்டு முறை:
[someone] is too proud to [do something]
பொதுவான தவறு:
Learners may confuse positive pride with arrogance. Context and tone decide whether it is praise or criticism.
இணைச்சொற்கள்
arrogant (Stronger and more negative than 'proud', often implying rudeness.)
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conceited (Suggests being vain and self-centered.)
எதிர்ச்சொற்கள்
humble (Having a modest view of one's importance.)
சொல் இணைப்புகள்
too proud
|proud man
|proud look
கருப்பொருள்கள்
emotions
|personality
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
உதாரணங்கள்
- He's too proud to admit he was wrong.
- She walked in with a proud expression that annoyed everyone.
- They were proud and refused any help.
கற்பவர்களுக்கான உதாரணங்கள்
- He is too proud to say sorry.
- She is proud and does not listen.
- They are proud and do not ask for help.
adjective
B2
property
3
Impressive in appearance or manner
Looking grand, strong, or beautiful in a way that makes people notice.
பயன்பாட்டு முறை:
a proud [building/animal/person]
இணைச்சொற்கள்
majestic (More formal and poetic, often used for landscapes or animals.)
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stately (Formal, dignified, and impressive.)
எதிர்ச்சொற்கள்
shabby (Looking worn-out and unimpressive.)
சொல் இணைப்புகள்
proud building
|proud animal
|proud posture
கருப்பொருள்கள்
appearance
|nature
|core_vocabulary
|arts_entertainment
உதாரணங்கள்
- The proud old oak stood in the middle of the field.
- A proud eagle soared above the mountains.
- The proud palace overlooked the city.
கற்பவர்களுக்கான உதாரணங்கள்
- The proud horse walked slowly.
- A proud tree stood in the park.
- The proud castle was very old.
இலக்கணம்
அகராதி வடிவம்
proud
IPA
GB/pɹˈaʊd/
US/pɹˈaʊd/
அசைகள் மற்றும் அழுத்தம்
proud (1 அசை)
Stress on 1st syllable (proud)
சொல் வடிவங்கள்
Adjective
- Base: proud
- Comparative: prouder
- Superlative: proudest
சொல் குடும்பம்
சொற்றொடர்கள்
make someone proud
1/mˈeɪk sˈʌmwˌʌn pɹˈaʊd/
fixed phrase
Cause someone to feel pride in you
To do something that makes another person feel happy and pleased with you.
உதாரணங்கள்
- You made your parents proud by graduating first in your class.
- Her performance made the whole team proud.
proud of yourself
1/pɹˈaʊd əv jʊɹsˈɛlf/
fixed phrase
Happy about your own actions
Feeling happy because you did something good or difficult.
உதாரணங்கள்
- You should be proud of yourself for finishing the race.
- I'm really proud of myself for speaking in public.
too proud to [do something]
1/tˈu pɹˈaʊd tə dˈu sˈʌmθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
Unwilling due to excessive pride
Not wanting to do something because you think it would hurt your pride.
உதாரணங்கள்
- He's too proud to ask for help when he needs it.
- She was too proud to admit her mistake.