得意げ

とくいげ
Alternative writings: 得意気
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having a proud or self-satisfied air; looking pleased with oneself (often implying a smug or triumphant expression).

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テストで満点を取った彼は得意げに答案を見せた。

After getting a perfect score on the test, he proudly showed his answer sheet.

子どもが自分で作った作品を得意げに披露した。

The child proudly displayed the work they had made.

得意げな態度は時に他人を不快にさせることがある。

A smug attitude can sometimes make others uncomfortable.

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