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honor in Arabic

شَرَف šaraf

UK/ˈɒn.ə//ˈɑ.nɚ/

honor in Arabic: شَرَف (šaraf), عِزَّة (ʕizza). In English, honor means recognition of importance or value; respect; veneration (of someone, usually for being morally upright or successful).

Arabic words for honor

token of praise or respect
شَرَف šaraf, عِزَّة ʕizza
privilege
شَرَف šaraf

English meaning of honor

  1. noun Recognition of importance or value; respect; veneration (of someone, usually for being morally upright or successful).
  2. noun The state of being morally upright, honest, noble, virtuous, and magnanimous; excellence of character; the perception of such a state; favourable reputation; dignity.
  3. noun A token of praise or respect; something that represents praiseworthiness or respect, such as a prize or award given by the state to a citizen.
  4. noun A privilege (which honors the person experiencing it).

Full definition of honor

honor in a sentence

  • The crowds gave the returning general much honor and praise.
  • He was a most perfect knight, for he had great honor and chivalry.
  • His honor was unstained.

Synonyms of honor

All synonyms of honor

honor in other languages

Questions about honor in Arabic

What is the meaning of honor in Arabic?
Honor in Arabic is شَرَف (šaraf), عِزَّة (ʕizza).
ما معنى كلمة honor؟
Honor: شَرَف (šaraf), عِزَّة (ʕizza).
What does honor mean in English?
Honor means recognition of importance or value; respect; veneration (of someone, usually for being morally upright or successful).

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