鼻(はな)が高(たか)い

はながたかい
expression
proud, feeling proud
emotion
1. proud, feeling proud
To feel pride or satisfaction, especially regarding the achievements of someone close to you or something you are associated with.
息子(むすこ)が大学(だいがく)に受(う)かって鼻(はな)が高(たか)い。
I'm proud that my son got into university.
彼(かれ)は鼻(はな)が高(たか)そうに話(はな)していた。
He was speaking with evident pride.
こんな立派(りっぱ)な会社(かいしゃ)で働(はたら)いているなんて、鼻(はな)が高(たか)いでしょう。
You must be proud to work at such a distinguished company.

Etymology

Literally 'nose is high,' evoking the image of someone holding their nose up with pride.

Usage

Typically used for positive pride, such as pride in family members' achievements, one's workplace, or hometown. It can also be used somewhat critically to describe someone who is overly proud.

Similar words

  • 鼻(はな)が高(たか)い: proud (positive or neutral)
  • 鼻(はな)にかける: to be conceited, to show off (negative)
  • 鼻高々(はなたかだか): very proud, triumphant
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Added 2026.2.5 11:47 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01
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