make a showy display of one's abilities ; show off one's talent and assert oneself ❍ 没有真才实学的人往往喜欢～。Those who lack real ability and learning are often fond of making a showy display of their abilities and assert them selves.
露才扬己lu cai yang ji
make a display of
露才扬己lù cái yánɡ jǐ
露：显露，炫耀；扬：显示。炫耀自己的才能，表现自己。show off one’s knowledge, make a showy display of one’s abilities