Spanish Conversation · Level 8
90 words
Spanish word
dignificar
Pronunciation
IPA/diɣnifiˈkaɾ/
Meaning
- verbdignify
Example
Debemos dignificar el trabajo cotidiano.
We should dignify everyday work.
More examples
La ceremonia buscó dignificar la memoria de las víctimas.
The ceremony sought to dignify the memory of the victims.
Core concept
A worker receiving public recognition that restores their respect.
Common phrases
dignificar el trabajo
dignify work
dignificar la vida
dignify life
dignificar a las personas mayores
dignify older people
Similar words
respetar: Treats someone's rights, feelings, or autonomy with respectful consideration.
valorar: Recognizes a person or thing as valuable and treats it as important.
honrar: Expresses respect for someone through formal words, ceremonies, or honors.
Definition in Spanish
Hacer que una persona, trabajo o situación recupere dignidad o sea tratada con más respeto.
Word origin
From Latin dignificāre, formed from dignus 'worthy' and facere 'to make'.
Usage tips
- A transitive verb that usually takes a direct object and often uses a before a person (dignificar a alguien), so include who or what is being dignified.