honesta
“honesta” means “honest” in Spanish (truthful, sincere).
honest, trustworthy
Also: sincere, upright
📝 In Action
Ella es una persona muy honesta y siempre dice la verdad.
A1She is a very honest person and always tells the truth.
Necesitas dar una respuesta honesta a la pregunta del profesor.
A2You need to give an honest answer to the teacher's question.
Su reputación honesta la precede en la comunidad.
B1Her honest reputation precedes her in the community.
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Words that translate to "honesta" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: honesta
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Which sentence correctly uses 'honesta'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes directly from the Latin word *honestus*, which meant 'honorable, respected, or decent.' The meaning has stayed remarkably consistent over centuries.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'honesta' have an 'h' if it's not pronounced?
The 'h' is a remnant from the Latin root (*honestus*). In modern Spanish, the 'h' is silent, but it remains in the spelling as a nod to the word's history.
How do I make 'honesta' plural?
You simply add an 's' to the end: 'honestas'. This form describes multiple feminine things or people (e.g., 'Las mujeres son honestas').