honor
honor — 名詞
1. a feeling of deep admiration for someone that comes from recognizing their quali
尊敬；敬意
對他人成就、品德或地位表達的敬重
a feeling of deep admiration for someone that comes from recognizing their qualities, achievements, or position
Faisal's classmates showed him great honor by asking him to give the graduation speech.
Faisal 的同學們請他致畢業致詞，對他表達了極大的尊敬。
collocation: show honor / an honor to someone
The ceremony was held in honor of the nurses who worked through the health crisis.
典禮是為了致敬那些在疫情期間堅守崗位的護理人員而舉辦的。
phrase: in honor of someone
Many people came to pay honor to the artist at her final exhibition.
許多人前來向這位藝術家的最終展覽致意。
The team played with honor and earned the respect of their opponents after the match.
這支隊伍以榮譽感打球，贏得了對手的尊重。
- show honor
- earn honor
- bring honor to
- in honor of
- pay honor to
- respect
a general feeling of admiration; less intense than honor
- admiration
focused on specific qualities rather than overall standing
- esteem
more formal; suggests carefully considered respect
- disrespect
lack of respect or regard
- contempt
strong feeling that someone is worthless
文法句型
honor + for + noun phrase
in honor of + noun phrase
用法筆記
Often used in the fixed phrase 'in honor of someone' to indicate that an event or ceremony is intended to show respect for a particular person.
常見錯誤
2. a strong commitment to acting honestly and fairly, guided by a clear sense of ri
道義；廉恥
堅持做正確的事的道德原則
a strong commitment to acting honestly and fairly, guided by a clear sense of right and wrong even when no one is watching
Amihan refused to lie about the mistake, saying it went against her sense of honor.
Amihan 拒絕為那個錯誤說謊，她說這違背了她的榮譽感。
collocation: sense of honor
The old knight followed a strict code of honor that required him to protect the weak.
那位老騎士遵循嚴格的榮譽準則，要求他保護弱者。
collocation: code of honor
Caio was a person of honor who always returned what he borrowed, even small tools.
Caio 是個有道義的人，即使只是小工具，他也總是會歸還借來的東西。
For the Watanabe family, honor meant keeping every promise they made, no matter the cost.
對 Watanabe 一家來說，榮譽感意味著信守每一個承諾，不管代價有多高。
- sense of honor
- code of honor
- person of honor
- matter of honor
- point of honor
文法句型
sense of honor
a matter of honor
code of honor
用法筆記
This sense is frequently found in fixed expressions such as 'a person of honor,' 'a code of honor,' or 'a matter of honor.' It does not depend on what others think — it describes a person's internal moral compass.
常見錯誤
3. the good opinion that other people have of a person or group, based on how they
名譽；聲譽
他人根據其過往行為形成的良好評價
the good opinion that other people have of a person or group, based on how they have behaved in the past
Élise felt that the false story in the newspaper had damaged her family's honor.
Élise 覺得報紙上的虛假報導損害了她家人的名譽。
collocation: damage / defend / restore one's honor
The lawyer fought hard to defend the honor of her client against the accusations.
這位律師努力捍衛當事人的名譽，反駁那些不實指控。
Sade worked hard for two years to restore her honor after a coworker spread false rumors.
Sade 花了兩年努力，才在同事散播不實謠言後恢復了自己的名譽。
collocation: restore one's honor
The general's honor was questioned after the failed operation, and he resigned soon after.
那位將軍的名譽因任務失敗而受質疑，不久後他便辭職了。
- defend one's honor
- restore one's honor
- damage one's honor
- protect one's honor
- reputation
the general opinion others hold; less morally charged than honor
- standing
position in a community based on behavior and achievement
文法句型
defend one's honor
restore one's honor
damage one's honor
用法筆記
Closely related to sense 1 (GREAT RESPECT) but with a public-facing focus: honor as REPUTATION depends on what the community believes, while honor as RESPECT focuses on the feeling toward someone. This sense is common in legal or political contexts where a person's standing is being challenged.
4. a special opportunity or event that makes someone feel proud and pleased to be p
榮幸
讓人感到驕傲和快樂的特殊機會
a special opportunity or event that makes someone feel proud and pleased to be part of it
Gabriel said it was a great honor to meet the Nobel Prize winner in person.
Gabriel 說能親眼見到諾貝爾獎得主是他的極大榮幸。
phrase: an honor to do something
Isabela had the honor of ringing the bell to open the new community library.
Isabela 有幸為新社區圖書館的啟用敲響開館鈴。
phrase: have the honor of [doing something]
It is a rare honor to be invited to speak at this international conference.
能受邀在這次國際會議上演講是一項難得的榮幸。
Hamza considered it an honor to serve as a volunteer at the local children's hospital.
Hamza 認為在當地兒童醫院擔任志工是一項榮幸。
- great honor
- rare honor
- it's an honor to
- have the honor of
文法句型
an honor to + infinitive
have the honor of + gerund
用法筆記
Often used in polite formulaic expressions when thanking someone or accepting an invitation. The phrase 'it's an honor' is commonly followed by an infinitive ('to meet', 'to join') or by 'of' plus a gerund ('of serving').
常見錯誤
5. a prize, medal, or official title given to someone to show that their work or ac
榮譽；勳章
表揚成就所頒發的獎項或勳章
a prize, medal, or official title given to someone to show that their work or actions are excellent and valued
The actor received his country's highest civilian honor for his charity work.
那位演員因其慈善工作獲得了該國最高的平民榮譽勳章。
collocation: highest / great honor (as award)
Nora was given a military honor for rescuing three people from the burning house.
Nora 因從火災的房屋中救出三人而獲頒軍方榮譽。
The science fair had a special honor for the best project on renewable energy.
這場科展設有特別榮譽獎，頒發給再生能源類最佳作品。
Tariq accepted the honor on behalf of his entire research team at the ceremony.
Tariq 代表他的整個研究團隊在典禮上接受了這項榮譽。
- receive an honor
- win an honor
- bestow an honor
- highest honor
- civilian honor
- military honor
- award
more general term for a prize or reward
- medal
a flat piece of metal given as an honor
- distinction
formal recognition of excellence
文法句型
receive an honor
win an honor
highest honor
用法筆記
Unlike sense 1 (the feeling of respect), this sense refers to a physical or official symbol — a trophy, medal, certificate, or formal title. It can be awarded by a government, an institution, or an organization.
6. a formal word that people use when addressing a judge, a mayor, or another high
閣下；大人
對法官或市長等高階官員的尊稱
a formal word that people use when addressing a judge, a mayor, or another high official as a mark of respect
Yes, Your Honor, I will answer the question to the best of my knowledge.
是的，法官大人，我會盡我所知回答這個問題。
phrase: Your Honor (direct address to a judge)
The letter began with the words To His Honor, the Mayor of the city.
信的開頭以工整字跡寫著「致市長閣下」。
phrase: His / Her Honor (formal reference)
The bailiff announced, All rise for the Honorable Judge Torres, as the court began.
法警宣布：「全體起立，歡迎 Torres 法官蒞庭。」
Ada addressed the magistrate as Your Honor throughout the hearing.
Ada 在整個聽證會中都稱治安法官為「大人」。
- Your Honor
- His Honor
- Her Honor
- Your Worship
used in British and some Commonwealth courts; equivalent register
文法句型
Your Honor
His / Her Honor
用法筆記
Always capitalized when used as a title. 'Your Honor' is used in direct address (speaking to the official); 'His Honor' or 'Her Honor' is used when referring to the official in the third person. Primarily used in US courtrooms and city government contexts.
常見錯誤
7. a special level of achievement in a school or university course, showing that a
優等
學業表現優異所獲得的特別認可
a special level of achievement in a school or university course, showing that a student has performed at an outstanding level in their studies
Anjali graduated with honors after achieving the highest grades in her class.
Anjali 以優異成績畢業，在班上拿到了最高分。
phrase: graduate with honors
The university offers an honors program for students seeking deeper study.
這所大學為想要深入學習的學生開設了榮譽學程。
phrase: honors program
Élise was on the honor roll every semester of high school from grade nine onward.
Élise 從九年級開始每學期都登上高中的榮譽榜。
phrase: honor roll
Haruto completed an honors degree in chemistry and then started a PhD program.
Haruto 完成了化學榮譽學位，隨後開始攻讀博士。
- graduate with honors
- honors program
- honor roll
- honors degree
- with honors
- distinction
formal term for high academic achievement; used in British systems
- high honors
the highest level of academic honors
文法句型
graduate with honors
honors program
honor roll
用法筆記
Often used in the plural ('honors') to refer to a type of advanced course or degree program. 'With honors' describes the level of a degree (e.g., 'graduated with honors'). 'Honor roll' is a list of students with top grades, common in US high schools.
To do something that makes someone feel very proud and pleased.
給某人榮幸
Would you do me the honor of joining us for dinner?
She did her father an honor by finishing his project.
do the honors
idiomTo perform a social duty or ceremony, like pouring drinks or making a speech.
執行榮譽職責
Maya, would you do the honors and cut the cake?
Diego did the honors by introducing the guest speaker.
To be given a special opportunity that makes you feel proud and happy.
有榮幸做某事
Sara had the honor of meeting the president last week.
Do I have the honor of dancing with you tonight?
Even dishonest people sometimes follow a code of behavior they respect.
盜亦有道
The burglars split the money evenly, proving there is honor among thieves.
He refused to betray his partner, showing honor among thieves.
To feel morally obligated to do something because of your principles.
感到有義務做某事
After he saved her life, she felt honor-bound to thank him.
Brian felt honor-bound to return the lost wallet to its owner.
the honors are even
idiomIn a competition or argument, neither side is winning; they are equal.
平分秋色
After two rounds, the honors are even between the teams.
In the debate, both speakers scored points, so the honors are even.
To show great respect for someone or something, often with a ceremony or event.
為了紀念某人/某事
They held a parade in honor of the local hero.
A statue was built in the scientist's honor.
on your honor
idiomA serious promise that you will do something or that something is true.
以名譽擔保
I swear on my honor that I will keep your secret.
You are on your honor not to cheat during the exam.
a point of honor
idiomSomething that is very important to a person's sense of honor or reputation.
關乎名譽的事
For him, keeping his word is a point of honor.
She considered it a point of honor to finish the race.
honor — 動詞
- honorpresent simple I / you / we / they
- honors3rd person singular
- honoring-ing form
- honoredpast simple
1. to feel and show deep respect for someone through your words or actions, often i
尊敬；致敬
以言語或行動表達對某人的敬重
to feel and show deep respect for someone through your words or actions, often in a formal or public way
The village held a dinner to honor the teachers who had served for thirty years.
村裡舉辦了一場晚宴，向服務了三十年的老師們致敬。
pattern: honor someone for + noun phrase
Isabela felt it was important to honor her grandparents by visiting them every weekend.
Isabela 認為每週末去探望祖父母是表達尊敬的重要方式。
The monument was built to honor the soldiers who died defending their country.
這座紀念碑是為了紀念為國捐軀的士兵而建立的。
pattern: passive — be honored
Hamza tried to honor his father's wishes by taking over the family farm after graduation.
Hamza 畢業後努力接管家族農場，以尊重父親的遺願。
- honor someone for
- honor someone with
- honor someone by
文法句型
honor someone for something
honor someone by doing something
honor someone with something
用法筆記
The object of the verb is a person or group. The reason for the honor is introduced by 'for' (honor someone for an achievement) or 'with' (honor someone with an event). Can also be followed by 'by' plus a gerund to describe the action that shows respect.
常見錯誤
2. to give someone an award, a prize, or public praise as a way of showing that the
表彰；表揚
頒發獎項或公開讚揚以示肯定
to give someone an award, a prize, or public praise as a way of showing that their work or actions are highly valued
The company honored Nora with a special plaque for her twenty years of service.
公司頒發了一塊特別紀念匾給 Nora，表彰她二十年的服務。
pattern: honor someone with [award]
Each year the town honors one local citizen who has helped the community the most.
鎮上每年都會表揚一位對社區貢獻最大的居民。
Ife was honored at a ceremony for her work on clean water systems in rural areas.
Ife 因其在鄉村地區的乾淨水資源工作而在一場典禮上受表彰。
The museum honored the photographer by displaying his work in the main exhibition hall.
博物館將那位攝影師的作品陳列在主展廳，以此表彰他的成就。
- be honored with
- honored at a ceremony
- honored for
- ignore
to pay no attention to someone's achievement
文法句型
be honored with [award]
honor someone at [event]
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 1 (PAY TRIBUTE): this sense always involves giving something concrete — an award, a title, a medal, or a formal public mention. Sense 1 can be purely symbolic or ceremonial. When in doubt: if a physical object changes hands, use sense 2.
常見錯誤
3. to accept a check, credit card, coupon, or other financial document as payment f
兌現；受理
接受支票、信用卡等作為付款方式
to accept a check, credit card, coupon, or other financial document as payment for goods or services
The restaurant does not honor personal checks, but it accepts all major credit cards.
這家餐廳不接受個人支票，但收所有主要的信用卡。
pattern: honor a check / credit card (financial)
The store said they would honor the coupon even though it had expired last week.
那家商店說即使優惠券上週已過期，他們仍然會受理。
Faisal asked the bank whether they would honor a check from a foreign institution.
Faisal 問銀行是否會兌現來自外國銀行的支票。
The airline honored our tickets even after we missed the connecting flight due to delays.
那家航空公司即使我們因延誤錯過了轉機，仍然受理了我們的機票。
- honor a check
- honor a credit card
- honor a coupon
- honor a ticket
- honor a warranty
文法句型
honor a check
honor a credit card
honor a coupon
用法筆記
Typically used for formal financial instruments (checks, credit cards, coupons, tickets). Not used for cash or informal payment methods. The subject is usually a business, bank, or institution, not a person.
常見錯誤
同根字
- honorable形容詞B2
- honorably副詞C1
- honorary形容詞B2
- dishonor名詞C1
- dishonor動詞C1
- dishonorable形容詞C1
- dishonorably副詞C2
- honoree名詞C1