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    Decencia (en. Decency)

    /deˈθenθja/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Respect for the moral and social norms that reflect appropriate behavior.
    Decency is fundamental in our daily interactions.
    La decencia es fundamental en nuestras interacciones diarias.
    Quality of a person who acts with dignity and honesty.
    His decency led him to help those who needed it most.
    Su decencia lo llevó a ayudar a quienes más lo necesitaban.
    Set of rules and principles that govern human conduct.
    Decency in dealing with others is essential in society.
    La decencia en el trato hacia los demás es esencial en la sociedad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'decentia', referring to the property or quality of what is suitable or appropriate.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to maintain decency
    To maintain morally appropriate behavior.
    guardar la decencia
    to speak with decency
    To express oneself in a respectful and considerate manner.
    hablar con decencia
    lack of decency
    Behavior that does not respect moral standards.
    falta de decencia

    Related Words

    decent
    That which is suitable and conforms to morality and respect.
    decente
    indecent
    That which is neither appropriate nor respectful.
    indecente
    underhanded
    Quality of being dishonest or corrupt.
    indraude

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to attitudes or behaviors considered inappropriate.
    That attitude is not very decent, my friend.
    Esa actitud no es de mucha decencia, amigo.
    Ironic use of 'decent' to refer to something that is the complete opposite.
    That movie is not decent at all; it's a disaster.
    Esa película no tiene nada de decente, es un desastre.