Meaning of the word "fish for compliments" in English
What does "fish for compliments" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
fish for compliments
US /fɪʃ fɔr ˈkɑm.plɪ.mənts/
UK /fɪʃ fɔr ˈkɑm.plɪ.mənts/
Idiom
1.
to try to make people praise you, especially by saying negative things about yourself
Example:
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She's always fishing for compliments about her new haircut.
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Don't pretend you don't know how good you are; you're just fishing for compliments.
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