l'

masculine

/ɔ.nœʁ/

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Translation

honour

Word origin

From Latin honorem, the accusative of honos ('honour, esteem, public office'). English 'honour' and 'honest' descend from this root.

Origin: Latin
Root: honos
English cognates: honour, honest, honorary

Grammar

Gendermasculine

Pluralhonneurs

Examples

C' ' .

It is an honour for me to be here this evening.

défendu .

He defended his honour against his enemies.

' .

She acted according to her personal code of honour.

C' .

It's a great honour to speak this evening.

l' tous.

He saved his family's honour in front of everyone.

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This word is part of lesson 12.