The idiom 'to go to someone's head' means to make someone conceited or believe they are better or more important than they really are. This often follows success or recognition.
La frase 'to go to someone's head' significa hacer que alguien se vuelva engreído o crea que es mejor o más importante de lo que realmente es. Suele ocurrir después de un éxito o reconocimiento.
| Idiom | to go to someone's head |
|---|---|
| Definition | to make someone believe they are better or more important than they really are; to make someone conceited |
| Examples | - It really went to her head when the headmaster praised her in front of the other teachers. Now she thinks she can tell everyone what to do. - Ok, you've been chosen to be Miss Frankfurt, but don't let it go to your head. - Lazenby`s ego went to his head. Instant success spoiled him before filming even began. She has to make sure that all the early adulation doesn't go to her head. |
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