箔はくを付つける

expression, ichidan verb

add prestige; give weight; enhance dignity

Idiomatic expression meaning to make something or someone seem more impressive, authoritative, or prestigious. Often used when an association or attribute adds perceived value or status.

• 有ゆう名めいな賞しょうが彼かれの作さく品ひんに箔はくを付つけた。

  The famous award added prestige to his work.

• あの大だい学がくを出でているというだけで、履り歴れき書しょに箔はくを付つけられる。

  Just having graduated from that university can add weight to your resume.