[Idiom] TOOT OWN HORN. - Discover How to Brag About Your Accomplishments

Brag about oneself.

Toot own horn" is an idiom that suggests someone is boasting or bragging about their own achievements. It creates a vivid image of someone blowing a horn to draw attention to themselves, much like musicians in a parade. This idiom is useful when discussing self-promotion or highlighting the natural human tendency to seek recognition and approval from others.

Example Sentences

1. He loves to toot his own horn about his achievements.

   He loves to brag about his achievements.

2. At the meeting, she took the opportunity to toot her own horn.

   She used the meeting as an opportunity to brag about her accomplishments.

3. During the interview, he couldn’t resist tooting his own horn and talked extensively about his project success.

   During the interview, he couldn't resist bragging extensively about his project success.