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honorific

/ˌɒnəˈrɪfɪk/

/ˌɑːnəˈrɪfɪk/

Translations

honorificnoun

honorifics

/ˌɒn.əˈrɪf.ɪk/

/ˌɑː.nəˈrɪf.ɪk/

Countable noun meaning a title or form of address conveying respect

honorifiqueEn linguistique, pour un titre, un mot ou une forme grammaticale marquant le respect.

"-san" is an honorific commonly attached to names in Japanese.

« -san » est un honorifique couramment ajouté aux noms en japonais.

Synonyms

title of honor

honorary title

term of address

form of address

honorific title

honorificadjective

more honorific

Comp.

most honorific

Super.

/ˌɒnəˈrɪfɪk/

/ˌɑːnəˈrɪfɪk/

She received an honorific title for her service.

Elle a reçu un titre honorifique pour son service.

Synonyms

honorificnoun

A title, word, or grammatical form used to express respect or esteem toward the person addressed or referred to.

"-san" is an honorific commonly attached to names in Japanese.

honorificadjective

Conveying or conferring honor or respect.

The title 'Doctor' is an honorific term used to show respect for someone who has earned a doctoral degree.

Used to denote a title or form of address that conveys esteem or respect when used in speaking to or about a person.

In many cultures, 'Your Excellency' is an honorific title used for high-ranking officials.