Question

Identify the meaning of the given phrase / idiom:
Blow one's own trumpet.
a. To create music
b. To praise someone
c. To praise oneself
d. To feel happy

Answer 1

Hint: In the above question, we must find a meaning that means the same thing as the given phrase. Phrases have a metaphorical meaning. They are also known as idioms. Their true meaning does not lie in their face value, but in a metaphor that represents the sum of their parts.

Complete answer:
To blow one’s own trumpet means to talk about oneself in a manner that is boastful. The meaning of this phrase is equivalent to bragging about oneself.

Let us go through all the meanings in order to know the correct option.
> Option a ‘to create music’ means to play or sing music. For example: The choir was known for creating music that was melodious and eclectic.
> Option b ‘to praise someone’ means to express strong admiration or approval of someone. For example: The teacher praised the child for reciting the poem without making any errors.
> Option c ‘to praise oneself’ means to express strong admiration or approval of oneself. For example: Lena praised herself so much that her friends began to avoid her.
> Option d ‘to feel happy’ means to feel joyful and cheerful. For example: Tom felt happy when he was chosen to be the Head boy of his school.

Only option ‘c’ matches the phrase given in the question.
Therefore, option ‘c’ is the correct answer.

Note: Students should be well acquainted with all the types of idioms that could constitute the correct option.