honorario
“honorario” means “fee” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
fee
Also: professional charge
📝 In Action
El honorario del abogado por la consulta es fijo.
B1The lawyer's fee for the consultation is fixed.
Debemos acordar el honorario antes de empezar el proyecto.
B1We must agree on the fee before starting the project.
El recibo detalla cada honorario por separado.
B2The receipt details each fee separately.
honorary
Also: titular
📝 In Action
Ella es la presidenta honoraria del comité.
B2She is the honorary president of the committee.
Le entregaron un título honorario por su trayectoria.
C1They gave him an honorary degree for his career.
Es un cargo honorario y no recibe sueldo.
B2It is an honorary position and does not receive a salary.
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If a doctor sends you a bill for their professional time, they are charging you a:
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From the Latin 'honorarius,' which describes something done as a mark of honor or respect.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'honorario' the same as 'salario'?
No. 'Salario' is a fixed regular payment for employees. 'Honorario' is a fee paid to independent professionals for specific tasks.
Why do I usually hear 'honorarios' in the plural?
Spanish speakers often use the plural 'honorarios' to refer to the total amount of money owed for professional services, similar to saying 'fees' in English.
Can I use 'honorario' to mean 'honorable'?
No. 'Honorario' refers to fees or honorary titles. If you want to describe someone with good character, use the word 'honorable'.