Meaning
honor, honour
- honour/honor (all senses)
- reputation
- credit (merit)
In a sentence
È un onore lavorare con te.
It’s an honor to work with you.
Hai difeso il tuo onore ieri?
Did you defend your honor yesterday?
Questo errore non toglie onore al tuo lavoro.
This mistake doesn’t take credit away from your work.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| onore | masculine · singular |
| onori | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'onore' for abstract honor (e.g., family honor), 'orgoglio' for personal pride.
- Common in formal contexts; avoid in casual speech unless emphasizing tradition.
- Often paired with 'senso di' (sense of honor) or 'questione di' (matter of honor).