Spanish Conversation · Level 62
76 words
Spanish word
digno
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈdiɣno/
Meaning
- adjectiveworthy
Example
Esa persona es digna de confianza.
That person is worthy of trust.
More examples
Su comportamiento fue digno de respeto.
His behavior was worthy of respect.
Core concept
A person receiving respectful looks.
Common phrases
digno de confianza
worthy of trust
digno de respeto
worthy of respect
Similar words
decente: Acts or appears within accepted social and moral standards.
honorable: Has honorable conduct that earns esteem for integrity or noble action.
merecedor: Merits praise or a reward because of notable actions or achievements.
apropiado: Appropriate for the occasion or goal, meeting expected norms or needs.
Definition in Spanish
Que es merecedor de respeto, estima o de cierta consideración.
Word origin
The Spanish adjective digno comes from Latin dignus 'worthy' and continues to mean deserving respect, esteem, or consideration.
Usage tips
- Digno commonly takes de plus the thing deserved and describes being worthy of something rather than a composed manner, so it is not a direct match for English 'dignified'.