1Pride or self-confidence in one's abilities or achievements; to have a sense of pride in oneself (often used as 'to take pride in').
彼女は自分の仕事に強い自負を持っている。
She takes great pride in her work.
自負があるからこそ、困難にも立ち向かえると言った。
He said that because he had self-confidence, he could face difficulties.
過度の自負は時に周囲との軋轢を生むことがある。
Excessive pride can sometimes create friction with those around you.