/ˈdiɣno/
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Translation
worthy, dignified
Word origin
From Latin dignus ('worthy, deserving'). The same root gives English 'dignity' and 'deign'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- dignus
- English cognates
- dignity, deign
Grammar
Femininedigna
Masc pluraldignos
Fem pluraldignas
Examples
.
He is a man worthy of our trust.
.
She kept a dignified attitude despite the criticism.
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Everyone deserves a dignified life in peace.
admiración.
His effort is worthy of admiration.
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I want a decent, well paid job.
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