fare onore

Italian

Etymology

Literally, "to do honor." Compare French faire honneur.

Verb

fare onore

  1. (transitive with a) to act in a way that confers respect, esteem, or honor (to) (someone); to act honorably; to do justice (to)
    Sono maestre che fanno onore alla loro professione.
    They are teachers who do justice to their profession.
  2. (transitive with a) to render (someone) worthy of honor
    Ha delle maniere spicce che non gli fanno honore.
    He has some offhand manners that are not admirable.
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