How to Pronounce Honor
Honor
'ɑnər
Syllables:
ho·no·r·
Part of speech:
noun verb
Pronunciation Audio
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Definition
Honor means to show respect and good feelings toward someone or something.
Examples
- We honor our teachers by listening to them and being kind.
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Common Word Combinations
| Phrase | Type | Stress Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| honor a commitment | collocation | HONor a comMITment | She always honors her commitments on time. |
| pay honor to | collocation | PAY HONor to | They paid honor to the fallen soldiers. |
| bring honor to | collocation | BRING HONor to | He brought honor to his family through hard work. |
| honor roll | collocation | HONor roll | She made the honor roll this semester. |
Fun Fact
The word 'honor' comes from the Latin 'honos,' which originally meant 'esteem' or 'reputation,' highlighting how honor was deeply tied to social respect and personal dignity in ancient cultures.
Word Family
noun
honor
Respect and admiration for someone because of their good qualities or achievements.
"She received an honor for her work at the school."
verb
honor
To show respect or admiration for someone or something.
"We honor our teachers by listening carefully."
adjective
honorable
Deserving respect because of being honest or having good qualities.
"He is an honorable person who always tells the truth."
adverb
honorably
In a way that deserves respect or shows honesty.
"She acted honorably by admitting her mistake."
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