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He is an honourable man

🇬🇧 UK //ˈɒn.ər.ə.bəl// 🇺🇸 US //ˈɑː.nɚ.ə.bəl//

Meaning of He is an honourable man

A person deserving of respect and admiration.

In simple words: A good person who deserves respect.

He is an honourable man in a sentence

• He is an honourable man who always keeps his promises.
• Everyone agrees that he is an honourable man, worthy of their trust.
• In times of conflict, he proved to be an honourable man.
• Despite the challenges, she voted for the honourable man in the election.
• The community recognized him as an honourable man for his charitable work.

How to use He is an honourable man

Used in formal contexts to describe someone's character. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone statement

Memory hint

Think of 'honour' as in respect and 'able' as in capable or worthy.

Related words

Collocations with He is an honourable man

• honourable intentions
• honourable service
• honourable actions
• honourable mention
• honourable cause

Synonyms for He is an honourable man

• respectable
• noble
• ethical
• upright
• virtuous

Common mistakes with He is an honourable man

• Confused with 'honorable' vs 'honourable' - use 'honourable' in British English.
• Using it for someone not deserving respect.
• Overusing in mock or sarcastic contexts.

Frequently asked questions about He is an honourable man

What does He is an honourable man mean?

A good person who deserves respect.

What is the definition of He is an honourable man?

A person deserving of respect and admiration.

How do you use He is an honourable man in a sentence?

He is an honourable man who always keeps his promises.

Can you give another example of He is an honourable man?

Everyone agrees that he is an honourable man, worthy of their trust.

What are synonyms for He is an honourable man?

Common alternatives include respectable, noble, ethical, upright, virtuous.

What words go with He is an honourable man?

It commonly pairs with honourable intentions, honourable service, honourable actions, honourable mention, honourable cause.

What are common mistakes when using He is an honourable man?

Confused with 'honorable' vs 'honourable' - use 'honourable' in British English. Using it for someone not deserving respect. Overusing in mock or sarcastic contexts.

How do you pronounce He is an honourable man?

US: //ˈɑː.nɚ.ə.bəl//, UK: //ˈɒn.ər.ə.bəl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is He is an honourable man formal or informal?

"He is an honourable man" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use He is an honourable man?

Used in formal contexts to describe someone's character. Avoid in casual conversations.