🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

不名誉

Pronunciation / Transliteration: fumie

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Dishonor/dɪsˈɒn.ər/
nounverbCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"彼はスキャンダルの後に深い不名誉を感じた。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A state of shame or loss of respect.

    "He felt a deep sense of dishonor after the scandal."
As verb
  1. 1

    To bring shame or disgrace upon someone or something.

    "The actions of the politician dishonored his family."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'dishonor' originates from the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'not' or 'the opposite of' combined with 'honor', which comes from the Latin 'honor' meaning 'esteem' or 'respect'. The word has evolved through Middle English from 'dishonour', reflecting a historical context where social standing and reputation were paramount.

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