honour

A noun referring to high respect, esteem, or a privilege; also used to denote a symbol of distinction or recognition, and historically a woman's virtue or chastity.

• 🇩🇪Substantiv, das hohe Achtung, Wertschätzung oder eine Auszeichnung bezeichnet; historisch auch für Tugend oder die Keuschheit einer Frau verwendet.

1. High respect or esteem B1 formal

   The state of being highly respected or esteemed by others.

   • He fought to defend the honour of his family.
   • She accepted the award with great honour.
   • It is an honour to meet you.

   🇩🇪Ehre

   Synonyme: acclaimadmirationesteemprestigeregardreputationreputerespectstandingveneration

   Antonyme: discreditdisgracedishonorignominyinfamyshame

2. Award or distinction B1 formal

   A tangible symbol, such as a medal, title, or prize, that signifies approval or distinction.

   • The soldier received the highest military honour for bravery.
   • She was given the honour of leading the parade.
   • The university bestowed an honorary degree upon him.

   🇩🇪Auszeichnung oder Ehrung

   Synonyme: accoladeawarddecorationdistinctionlaurelmedalprizetrophy

   Antonyme: disgracedishonorshamestigma

3. Personal integrity B2 formal

   The quality of being honest, fair, and having a strong moral character.

   • He is a man of honour who always keeps his word.
   • She acted with honour in a difficult situation.
   • His honour was questioned after the scandal.

   🇩🇪Persönliche Integrität

   Synonyme: decencygoodnesshonestyintegritymoralityprobityrectituderighteousnessuprightnessvirtue

   Antonyme: corruptiondisgracedishonestydishonourshame

4. Chastity or virtue C1 formal british

   A woman's reputation for purity or chastity, especially in historical contexts.

   • In many old stories, a woman's honour was considered sacred.
   • She defended her honour against false accusations.
   • The novel explores themes of honour and virtue.

   🇩🇪Ehre

   Synonyme: chastityinnocencemaidenhoodmodestypurityvirginityvirtue

   Antonyme: disgracedishonourimpurityshame

• honours plural form
• honours' possessive plural form
• honour's possessive singular form

A verb used to respect someone or something publicly, or to fulfill a promise, agreement, or obligation.

• 🇩🇪Verb, das verwendet wird, um jemandem oder etwas öffentlich Respekt zu erweisen, oder um ein Versprechen, eine Vereinbarung oder eine Verpflichtung zu erfüllen.

1. Bestow honor or rewards upon B2 formal

   To give public praise, awards, or recognition to someone for their achievements or qualities.

   • The queen honoured the scientist with a knighthood.
   • The university honoured her with an honorary degree.
   • They honoured the veterans at a special ceremony.

   🇩🇪Ehrung erweisen

   Synonyme: acclaimcelebratecommenddecorateexaltfeteglorifylaudlionizepraise

   Antonyme: disgracedishonorhumiliateshame

2. Show respect towards B1 formal

   To treat someone with great respect and admiration.

   • We should honour our parents and elders.
   • The ceremony honoured the memory of the fallen soldiers.
   • He honoured his mentor by following his advice.

   🇩🇪Ehre erweisen

   Synonyme: admireesteemlook up torespectreverevenerate

   Antonyme: disgracedishonourdisrespecthumiliateinsultshame

3. Accept as pay B2 formal

   To accept a check, credit card, or other financial instrument as valid payment.

   • The store honours all major credit cards.
   • The bank honoured his check despite the low balance.
   • They do not honour foreign currency at this market.

   🇩🇪Zur Zahlung annehmen

   Synonyme: acceptcashtake

   Antonyme: declinerefusereject