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    Pundonor (en. Honor)

    /pun.do.nor/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Deep feeling of honor that guides a person's behavior.
    Honor led him to act courageously in a critical situation.
    El pundonor lo llevó a actuar con valentía en la situación crítica.
    Dignity and self-respect that a person demands of themselves.
    His honor prevented him from accepting an offer he deemed dishonorable.
    Su pundonor le impidió aceptar una oferta que consideraba deshonrosa.
    Moral principle that manifests in individuals' conduct.
    Honor is fundamental in the code of ethics of professionals.
    El pundonor es fundamental en el código de ética de los profesionales.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'punctus' meaning point, and 'donor' meaning giver, referring to a deep sense of responsibility and honor.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    honor at all costs
    To act with honor regardless of the consequences.
    pundonor a toda costa
    lose one's honor
    To renounce self-respect or dignity.
    perder el pundonor
    defend one's honor
    To protect one's own dignity and honor.
    defender el pundonor

    Related Words

    honor
    Recognition of a person's dignity.
    honor
    dignity
    Quality of a person that deserves respect.
    dignidad
    courage
    Ability to face difficult situations with courage.
    valentía

    Slang Meanings

    To have honor
    That football player has honor, he always plays honestly.
    Ese futbolista tiene pundonor, siempre juega honestamente.
    To act for honor
    He decided to act for honor, despite the pressure.
    Decidió actuar por pundonor, a pesar de la presión.