In honor of Meaning in English
expression
in ON-ner uhv
in ON-uh ov
Definition
Used to show respect or admiration for someone or something, often as a way to celebrate or remember them.
Usage & Nuances
This phrase is often used in formal or respectful contexts: ceremonies, events, dedications. Common patterns: 'in honor of someone's memory', 'in honor of an achievement'. It can also mark special days or name awards, buildings, etc.
Spanish: en honor aPortuguese (BR): em homenagem aPortuguese (PT): em homenagem aChinese (Simplified): 为了纪念 - 向…致敬Chinese (Traditional): 為了紀念 - 向…致敬Hindi: की सम्मान मेंArabic: تكريماً لـBengali: সম্মানে - স্মরণেRussian: в честьJapanese: ～を称えてVietnamese: để vinh danh - để tưởng nhớKorean: ~을 기념하여 - ~을 기리기 위해Turkish: onuruna - anısınaUrdu: کے اعزاز میںIndonesian: untuk menghormati - untuk mengenang
Example Sentences
We had a party in honor of her birthday.
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They built a statue in honor of the hero.
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This holiday is celebrated in honor of peace.
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The city named a street in honor of its founder.
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She gave a speech in honor of her retiring coach.
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A special dinner was organized in honor of the guests from abroad.
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