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    Honra (en. Honor)

    /'on.ra/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Recognition and respect given to a person for their integrity and actions.
    The honor of a knight is measured by his behavior in difficult situations.
    La honra de un caballero se mide por su comportamiento en situaciones difíciles.
    The dignity or good name that someone possesses.
    He defended his honor against the accusations made against him.
    Defendió su honra ante las acusaciones que le hicieron.
    The value of a person based on their virtues, creating respect in others.
    His honor is unquestionable; no one doubts his good faith.
    Su honra es incuestionable, nadie duda de su buena fe.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'honorem', which means respect.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Save one's honor
    To defend someone's good name or reputation.
    Salvar la honra
    Lose one's honor
    To suffer damage to dignity or reputation.
    Perder la honra
    Honor among thieves
    A concept that implies a code of conduct among morally questionable people.
    Honor entre ladrones

    Related Words

    honest
    Acting with righteousness and sincerity.
    honesto
    honorary
    Implying honor or dignity.
    honorífico
    honor
    Recognition of someone's dignity or importance.
    honor

    Slang Meanings

    To be honored in the community.
    That guy is an honorary; he always helps others.
    Ese tipo es un honorario, siempre ayuda a los demás.
    To do something for personal honor.
    He did it for honor, expecting nothing in return.
    Lo hizo por honra, sin esperar nada a cambio.