Noble (en. Noble)

/ˈnɔβle/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Person of high social rank or who belongs to the nobility.
The noble attended the ceremony with great pomp.
El noble asistió a la ceremonia con gran pompa.
Quality of being generous and honorable.
His noble behavior won everyone's respect.
Su noble comportamiento ganó el respeto de todos.

Etymology

From the Latin 'nobilis', which means 'known, famous, noble'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

noble spirit
Generous and selfless attitude.
noble espíritu
noble cause
Honorable reason that deserves support.
noble causa
nobility obliges
Refers to the idea that those who have privileges must act with honor.
nobleza obliga

Related Words

nobility
Social class that includes nobles.
nobleza
nobility of heart
Person who acts with kindness and generosity, regardless of their social status.
nobleza de corazón

Slang Meanings

Person who acts with great honesty or altruism.
That person is quite noble; they always help others.
Esa persona es bien noble, siempre ayuda a los demás.
Something that is considered admirable or of great moral value.
The noble task of helping the needy is admirable.
La noble tarea de ayudar a los necesitados es admirable.