Distinguidos (en. Distinguished)

/dis.tinˈɡi.ðos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
People who have achieved great accomplishments or have a high social status.
The distinguished speakers of the event have inspired many.
Los distinguidos oradores del evento han inspirado a muchos.
Those who are recognized for their quality or exceptional character.
The award was given to some distinguished citizens of the community.
El premio fue otorgado a algunos ciudadanos distinguidos de la comunidad.
Individuals who have made a difference in their respective fields.
The distinguished academics were invited to the international conference.
Los distinguidos académicos fueron invitados a la conferencia internacional.

Etymology

From the verb distinguish, which comes from the Latin 'distinguere', meaning 'to separate' or 'to mark'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

distinguished guests
Honorable people who attend an event.
distinguidos invitados
distinguished citizens
Respected individuals in a community.
distinguidos ciudadanos
distinguished students
Students who stand out academically.
distinguidos alumnos

Related Words

distinction
Recognition granted to someone for their merit.
distinción
distinguishable
That can be identified or differentiated.
distinguible
distinguished
That stands out for its elegance or merits.
distinguido

Slang Meanings

To stand out in society.
That guy always wants to be the most distinguished in the group.
Ese tipo siempre quiere ser el más distinguido del grupo.
To have airs of grandeur.
Don't be so distinguished, you're just a student like the others.
No seas tan distinguido, solo eres un estudiante como los demás.