Honesta (en. Honest)
[o-nes-ta]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is sincere and transparent in its actions.
He is an honest person who always tells the truth.
Es una persona honesta que siempre dice la verdad.
That is fair and upright in its actions.
An honest business does not deceive its customers.
Un negocio honesto no engaña a sus clientes.
That has moral integrity.
I like to deal with honest people in my business.
Me gusta tratar con personas honestas en mis negocios.
Etymology
From Latin 'honestus', which means 'honorable' or 'decent'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be honest
to act with sincerity and integrity.
ser honesto
to speak with honesty
to tell the truth openly.
hablar con honestidad
to act in an honest way
to perform actions that are morally correct.
actuar de forma honesta
Related Words
honesty
Quality of being honest.
honestidad
honor
Respect earned through dignified actions.
honor
integrity
State of being whole and uncorrupted.
integridad
Slang Meanings
A person who does not deceive.
That guy is very honest; he doesn't play dirty.
Ese chico es muy honesto, no juega sucio.
Someone who speaks their mind without hiding anything.
He is very honest in his opinions; he always says it clearly.
Es bien honesto en sus opiniones, siempre lo dice claramente.