praalhans

Dutch

Etymology

First attested in the late 18th century. Compound of pralen (“to show off”) +‎ Hans, likely a calque of German Prahlhans.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈpraːl.ɦɑns/

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• Hyphenation: praal‧hans

Noun

praalhans m (plural praalhanzen, diminutive praalhansje n)

1. boaster, braggart