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How to Say "integrity" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “integrity” is “honestidad” — use 'honestidad' when referring to the quality of being truthful and sincere, a fundamental aspect of personal integrity..

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honestidad

/oh-nes-tee-DAHD//ones-tiˈðað/

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Use 'honestidad' when referring to the quality of being truthful and sincere, a fundamental aspect of personal integrity.
A child handing a lost wallet back to a person in a park.

Examples

Valoro mucho tu honestidad.

I value your honesty very much.

Ella respondió con total honestidad.

She answered with total honesty.

La honestidad es fundamental en el trabajo.

Honesty is fundamental at work.

Identifying Feminine Words

Most Spanish words that end in '-dad' are feminine. This means you should use 'la' or 'una' with them, like 'la honestidad'.

Using the wrong gender

Mistake: “el honestidad”

Correction: la honestidad (words ending in -dad are almost always feminine).

integridad

/in-te-gri-dad//inteɣriˈðað/

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Use 'integridad' for the most direct translation of 'integrity,' emphasizing a strong moral character and incorruptibility.
A simple illustration showing a child standing confidently next to a tall, unshakeable stone pillar, symbolizing strong moral character and integrity.

Examples

La jueza es conocida por su absoluta integridad y justicia.

The judge is known for her absolute integrity and fairness.

Perdió la elección por cuestionar la integridad de su oponente.

He lost the election for questioning his opponent's integrity.

Valoramos su integridad y por eso le ofrecimos el puesto.

We value his integrity and that's why we offered him the position.

Always Feminine

Like many Spanish nouns ending in '-dad' (e.g., ciudad, verdad), 'integridad' is always feminine. Use 'la' before it.

honor

/oh-NOR//oˈnoɾ/

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Choose 'honor' when 'integrity' relates to upholding one's reputation, dignity, or a code of conduct, often in a more formal or traditional context.
A solemn person standing on a grassy hill at sunrise, holding a clean, illuminated shield, symbolizing integrity and honor.

Examples

Luchó por el honor de su familia.

He fought for his family's honor.

Es un hombre de honor.

He is a man of honor.

Prefiero morir con honor que vivir con vergüenza.

I prefer to die with honor than live with shame.

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).

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'.

limpieza

/leem-PYEH-sah//limˈpje.sa/

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Employ 'limpieza' when 'integrity' implies a purity of spirit or freedom from corruption, often used metaphorically.
A figure standing resolutely on a solid, unmoving block of white stone, illuminated by a single beam of pure white light, symbolizing unwavering moral integrity.

Examples

Su limpieza de espíritu lo hacía un líder admirable.

His integrity (or purity of spirit) made him an admirable leader.

El presidente destacó la limpieza de sus intenciones.

The president highlighted the purity of his intentions.

Honestidad vs. Integridad

Learners often confuse 'honestidad' and 'integridad.' While related, 'honestidad' specifically refers to truthfulness, whereas 'integridad' is a broader concept of moral uprightness and wholeness of character.

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