摆场面

摆场面

Literally means:

enjoy pomp and circumstances

Actually means:

It means one lavishes his resources in such vanities as luxury dressing, eating, housing and daily utilities, or makes an ostentation of his wealth to hold high-profiled ceremony. It also describes someone trying to look rich or grand, thus avoiding being disgraced. Derogatory.

为追求虚荣在生活上铺张浪费，如穿的、吃的、 住的、用的都是高档的东西，或者做事情大操大办，显示阔气。也指外表上做出好看的样子，以免有失体面。具有贬义色彩。