flatter
US /ˈflæt̬.ɚ/
UK /ˈflæt̬.ɚ/
1.
flatteren, vleien
to praise someone in order to make them feel attractive or important, sometimes in a way that is not sincere
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He tried to flatter his boss to get a promotion.
Hij probeerde zijn baas te flatteren om promotie te krijgen.
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She was flattered by his compliments.
Ze was gevleid door zijn complimenten.
2.
flatteren, voordelig uitkomen
to make someone look more attractive than usual
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That dress really flatters your figure.
Die jurk flatteert je figuur echt.
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The lighting in this room doesn't flatter anyone.
De verlichting in deze kamer flatteert niemand.