English–French

“respect” in French

French

Alsorespect · respecter

Pronunciation

IPA/onoʁe/

Example

Il faut honorer nos aînés.

We must respect our elders.

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How to say “respect” in French

“Respect” in French is honorer.

A ceremony or formal act publicly gives someone the honor they deserve.

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

Example sentences with honorer

Pour maintenir la confiance, il faut honorer ses engagements.

To maintain trust, one must honor one's commitments.

Tips for using honorer

  • Honorer takes a direct object, as in honorer nos aînés, without a preposition before the person being honored.

Other French words for “respect”

Montrez du respect envers les autres.

Show respect for others.

Il faut respecter les opinions des autres.

Other people's opinions must be respected.

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