Alteza (en. Highness)

/al'teθa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of being tall or elevated.
The height of the mountains is impressive.
La alteza de las montañas es impresionante.
Honorary title associated with royalty.
His Highness the prince attended the ceremony.
Su alteza el príncipe asistió a la ceremonia.
Lifestyle or behavior that denotes greatness.
The artist lived with an elevation that made him stand out among his peers.
El artista vivía con una alteza que lo hacía destacar entre sus pares.

Etymology

The word 'alteza' comes from the Latin 'altitia', meaning height.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Your Highness
Title used to refer to members of royalty.
Su Alteza
To exalt
To raise someone or something in importance or dignity.
Enaltecer
At great height
Reference to an elevated state or in a higher context.
A gran altura

Related Words

tall
Having greater height or vertical distance.
alto
elevation
Action of raising, or state of being elevated.
elevación
dignity
Quality of being worthy, nobility, or respect.
dignidad

Slang Meanings

Arrogant or haughty attitude.
His Highness never accepts criticism; he always appears superior.
Su alteza nunca acepta críticas; siempre se muestra superior.
When someone feels more important than others.
Don't act with arrogance; we are all equal here.
No te comportes con alteza, todos somos iguales aquí.