honorary in French
honorary in French is honoris causa, honoraire — honorary means given as a mark of respect, without the usual requirements or payment attached.
honorary in French
honoris causa
Given as an honor/honour, with no duties attached, and without payment.
honoraire
Given as an honor/honour, with no duties attached, and without payment.
What does "honorary" mean?
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adj Given as a mark of respect, without the usual requirements or payment attached.
"The university awarded her an honorary degree for her contributions to science."
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adj Holding a position or title unofficially, as a mark of respect rather than through normal appointment.
"He serves as honorary chairman of the charity board."
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honorary in a sentence
- The university awarded her an honorary degree for her contributions to science.
- He serves as honorary chairman of the charity board.
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What is "honorary" in French?
"honorary" in French is honoris causa, honoraire. honorary means: Given as a mark of respect, without the usual requirements or payment attached.
How do you use "honorary" in a sentence?
Example: "The university awarded her an honorary degree for her contributions to science." In French, "honorary" is honoris causa, honoraire.
Are there other ways to say "honorary" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "honorary": honoris causa, honoraire.
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