l'honneur
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
1. (dignity)
a. honor (United States)
Regionalism used in the United States.
Cette accusation injuste a porté atteinte à l'honneur du capitaine.The unjust accusation damaged the captain's honor.
b. honour (Canada) (United Kingdom)
Regionalism used in Canada.
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom.
Pour mon père, respecter sa parole est une question d’honneur.For my father, keeping his word is a matter of honour.
2. (privilege)
a. honor (United States)
Regionalism used in the United States.
C’est un grand honneur pour moi de vous présenter mon dernier roman.It's a great honor for me to present my latest novel.
b. honour (Canada) (United Kingdom)
Regionalism used in Canada.
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom.
J’ai eu l'honneur de rencontrer l’artiste il y a quelques années.I had the honour of meeting the artist a few years ago.
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