English–French

“honesty” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/onɛtte/

Example

Son honnêteté ne fait aucun doute.

Their honesty is beyond doubt.

Illustration for honnêteté (honesty)

How to say “honesty” in French

“Honesty” in French is honnêteté.

A steady open hand that tells the truth and acts loyally, even when no one is watching.

Full entry for honnêteté: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with honnêteté

Elle a fait preuve d'honnêteté en avouant son erreur.

She showed honesty by admitting her mistake.

Tips for using honnêteté

  • Honnête may mean decent or respectable as well as honest, but honnêteté normally concerns moral conduct.

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