Honestas (en. Honest)
/o.nes.tas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of acting with integrity and sincerity.
Honesty is fundamental in a relationship.
La honestidad es fundamental en una relación.
Act of being true to the truth and not deceiving.
His honest statement helped solve the case.
Su honesta declaración ayudó a resolver el caso.
Etymology
From Latin 'honestas', which means honor or dignity.
Common Phrases and Expressions
honesty above all
It means that sincerity is valued above all.
honestidad ante todo
to be honest
It means to act fairly and transparently.
ser honesto
honest as an open book
It refers to a person who is completely transparent.
honesto como un libro abierto
Related Words
honest
One who acts with honesty.
honesto
honesty
Quality of being honest.
honestidad
dishonesty
Quality of not being honest.
deshonestidad
Slang Meanings
To be sincere
It's always good to be sincere, no matter the situation.
Siempre es bueno ser sincero, no importa la situación.
To not beat around the bush
I prefer you to tell me things straightforwardly, be honest.
Prefiero que me digas las cosas sin rodeos, sé honesto.