Honradamente (en. Honestly)

/onɾaˈðamente/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
In a fair and honorable way.
He acted honestly in all his decisions.
Actuó honradamente en todas sus decisiones.
With integrity and righteousness.
He always behaves honestly in the face of challenges.
Siempre se comporta honradamente ante los desafíos.
Upholding ethical principles.
Business must be conducted honestly.
Los negocios deben manejarse honradamente.

Etymology

It derives from 'honrado' which comes from the Latin 'honoratus', meaning 'honored'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

act honestly
Behave in an ethical and fair manner.
actuar honradamente
live honestly
Conduct life with integrity and righteousness.
vivir honradamente
treat someone honestly
Interact with someone in a fair and respectful way.
tratar a alguien honradamente

Related Words

honest
One who acts with honor, who is upright.
honrado
honesty
Quality of a person who shows sincerity and uprightness.
honestidad
honor
Recognition and respect for a person's virtues.
honra

Slang Meanings

Doing things right.
In this job, you only succeed if you do things honestly.
En este trabajo, solo se logra si haces las cosas honradamente.
Being straightforward and sincere.
I always speak honestly with my friends.
Siempre hablo honradamente con mis amigos.