Honroso (en. Honorable)

/onˈroso/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that has merit or dignity that deserves to be honored.
It is an honorable act to help those in need.
Es un acto honroso ayudar a los necesitados.
Quality of being honorable in behavior and actions.
The knight acted honorably in the face of adversity.
El caballero actuó de manera honrosa ante la adversidad.
Condition of being worthy of respect.
An honorable job is one that is done with integrity.
Un trabajo honroso es aquel que se realiza con integridad.

Etymology

From Latin 'honorosus', meaning 'worthy of honor'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

an honorable act
an action that deserves recognition and respect.
un acto honroso
honorable conduct
behavior that is dignified and respectable.
conducta honrosa
an honorable life
a life lived with dignity and honor.
una vida honrosa

Related Words

honor
respect and esteem granted to a person.
honor
honorability
quality of being honorable.
honorabilidad
honorary
that gives honor or is considered honorable.
honorífico

Slang Meanings

Dignified behavior on the street.
That guy is honorable, he always helps others in the neighborhood.
Ese tipo es honroso, siempre ayuda a los demás en el barrio.
Situation that deserves respect.
What you did was very honorable, everyone admires you.
Lo que hiciste fue muy honroso, todo el mundo te admira.