炫耀 xuànyào dazzling
dazzling; to show off; to flaunt
How to remember 炫耀: 炫 to glitter + 耀 to sparkle = dazzling.
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How it is used
- 'To show off, flaunt' - 炫耀财富 (xuànyào cáifù) to flaunt one's wealth.
- Negative; the boastful parading of possessions, status, or achievements.
- Near 显摆 (xiǎnbai, colloquial 'to show off'); 炫耀 is a touch more formal.