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honor

/oh-NOR/

honor

A solemn person standing on a grassy hill at sunrise, holding a clean, illuminated shield, symbolizing integrity and honor.

This illustration shows a person standing with dignity and a clean shield, representing honor (integrity and good reputation).

honor(Noun)

mB1

honor

?

integrity, good reputation

Also:

reputation

?

public esteem

,

integrity

?

moral principle

📝 In Action

Luchó por el honor de su familia.

B1

He fought for his family's honor.

Es un hombre de honor.

B1

He is a man of honor.

Prefiero morir con honor que vivir con vergüenza.

B2

I prefer to die with honor than live with shame.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • honradez (honesty)
  • dignidad (dignity)
  • reputación (reputation)

Antonyms

  • deshonor (dishonor)
  • vergüenza (shame)

Common Collocations

  • hombre de honor – man of honor
  • código de honor – code of honor
  • defender el honor – to defend one's honor

Idioms & Expressions

  • palabra de honor – A promise that you will definitely keep.

💡 Grammar Points

A Masculine Word That Doesn't End in -O

Even though it ends with an '-r', 'honor' is a masculine word. Always say 'el honor' (the honor) or 'un honor' (an honor).

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using 'la' instead of 'el'

Mistake: "La honor de mi país es importante."

Correction: El honor de mi país es importante. Remember that 'honor' is masculine, so it needs 'el'.

⭐ Usage Tips

For Serious Moments

This meaning of 'honor' carries a lot of weight. It's perfect for serious or formal situations, like talking about principles or family reputation, but you won't hear it much in casual, everyday chat.

A smiling character on a small stage receiving a golden, ornate scroll under a bright spotlight, symbolizing a special privilege or honor.

Receiving a special item, like this golden scroll, can represent an honor (a privilege or pleasure).

honor(Noun)

mA2

honor

?

a privilege

Also:

pleasure

?

a source of gratification

,

privilege

?

a special right or advantage

📝 In Action

Es un honor estar aquí con ustedes.

A2

It's an honor to be here with you.

El honor es todo mío.

B1

The honor is all mine.

Tengo el honor de presentarles a nuestro próximo orador.

B2

I have the honor of presenting our next speaker.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • privilegio (privilege)
  • placer (pleasure)
  • gusto (pleasure)

Common Collocations

  • tener el honor de... – to have the honor of...
  • es un honor para mí – it's an honor for me
  • dama de honor – maid of honor

⭐ Usage Tips

Polite Set Phrases

You'll almost always hear this meaning in set phrases like 'Es un honor...' (It's an honor...) or 'Tengo el honor de...' (I have the honor of...). It's a fantastic, polite way to say you're happy or feel privileged to do something.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: honor

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'honor' to mean 'a privilege'?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

honrar(to honor) - verb
honorable(honorable) - adjective
honrado(honest, honored) - adjective
deshonor(dishonor) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'honor' always a masculine word?

Yes, always! Even though it starts with a silent 'h' and ends in '-or', it's always a masculine noun. So, you'll always say 'el honor' and 'un honor'.

What's the difference between 'honor' and 'honra'?

They are very close cousins and often mean the same thing. 'Honor' often refers to your inner sense of integrity and your public reputation. 'Honra' can sometimes focus more on the outward respect you receive from others. In everyday speech, they are very similar, but 'honor' is a bit more common.