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honor meaning in Sanskrit

सम्मान sammāna

UK/ˈɒn.ə//ˈɑ.nɚ/

honor in Sanskrit: सम्मान (sammāna), पूजयति (pūjayati), मानति (mānati). In English, honor means recognition of importance or value; respect; veneration (of someone, usually for being morally upright or successful).

Sanskrit words for honor

recognition of importance or spiritual value; respect
सम्मान sammāna
think of, respect highly
पूजयति pūjayati, मानति mānati

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

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honor in other languages

Questions about honor in Sanskrit

What is the meaning of honor in Sanskrit?
Honor in Sanskrit is सम्मान (sammāna), पूजयति (pūjayati), मानति (mānati).
honor इत्यस्य संस्कृते कः अर्थः?
Honor: सम्मान (sammāna), पूजयति (pūjayati), मानति (mānati).
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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