How to Say "your honor" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “your honor” is “señoría” — C1 level.
Examples
Con el debido respeto, Señoría, solicitamos un receso.
With due respect, Your Honor, we request a recess.
La Señoría ha tomado nota de las objeciones presentadas.
The Court (or, Your Honor) has taken note of the objections presented.
¿Puede el testigo responder a la pregunta de la acusación, Señoría?
Can the witness answer the prosecution's question, Your Honor?
Fixed Feminine Title
Even if you are addressing a male judge, the title 'Señoría' is always feminine because it refers to the dignity or jurisdiction ('la señoría'), not the person's gender.
Capitalization in Address
When writing or citing the official title, it is often capitalized (Señoría) to show the highest level of respect.
Using the wrong gender
Mistake: “Using 'el Señoría' when referring to a male judge.”
Correction: Always use 'la Señoría' or just 'Señoría', regardless of the person's gender, as the word itself is grammatically feminine.
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