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    Honneurs (en. Honors)

    ɔnœʁ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A reward or distinction given to someone.
    He received numerous honors for his outstanding work.
    Il a reçu de nombreux honneurs pour son travail exceptionnel.
    Respect or consideration granted to a person.
    She has always acted with honor and has earned everyone's respect.
    Elle a toujours agi avec honneur et a gagné le respect de tous.
    A set of privileges or rights granted to a certain dignity.
    The honors of the title include special privileges during ceremonies.
    Les honneurs du titre incluent des privilèges spéciaux lors des cérémonies.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'honorem', meaning respect, dignity.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have honors
    To be respected and recognized for one's achievements.
    avoir des honneurs
    to pay tribute
    To express one's respect or gratitude towards someone.
    rendre hommage
    military honors
    Distinctions awarded in a military context.
    honneurs militaires

    Related Words

    honor
    A moral quality that embodies dignity and respect.
    honneur
    honorific
    That confers an honor, without necessarily implying responsibilities.
    honorifique
    honest
    One who acts with integrity and righteousness.
    honnête

    Slang Meanings

    To have importance in a group.
    He is always there for the honors, putting on a show.
    Il est toujours là pour les honneurs, à faire le spectacle.
    To be recognized in a social circle.
    In this box, you need to have honors to gain respect.
    Dans cette boîte, il faut avoir des honneurs pour se faire respecter.