D'honneur (en. Of honor)
/d‿ɔnœʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Commitment that is taken seriously and with integrity.
He took an oath of honor in front of all his friends.
Il a prêté un serment d'honneur devant tous ses amis.
Noble and respectable character of a person.
His reputation is built on his honor.
Sa réputation est bâtie sur son d'honneur.
Etymology
Originating from the Latin 'honor', signifying respectability and integrity.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in the name of honor
expression used to evoke a moral obligation.
au nom de l'honneur
promise of honor
a commitment that one keeps without doubt.
promesse d'honneur
oath of honor
a solemn commitment made by someone.
serment d'honneur
Related Words
honor
Respectability, dignity, and moral value.
honneur
loyalty
Fidelity and devotion to a cause or a person.
loyaute
Slang Meanings
D'honneur in the sense of seriousness or commitment.
I tell you honor, I have nothing to hide.
Je te le dis d'honneur, je n'ai rien à cacher.
Used to emphasize the truthfulness of a statement.
It's true, I swear on my honor!
C'est vrai, d'honneur !