kunnioittaa — meaning in English

English meaning

esteem noun Respect and admiration for someone or something.
honor noun Great respect or high regard, often earned through integrity or achievement.
respect noun A feeling of admiration for someone or something, based on their qualities or achievements.
revere verb To feel or show deep respect and admiration for someone or something.
reverence noun Deep respect and awe, often tinged with a sense of the sacred.
venerate verb To show someone great respect and honor them highly.

kunnioittaa is used for these senses in English:

esteem To set a high value on; to regard with respect or reverence.
look up to (idiomatic, transitive) To show respect or admiration for (someone); to see (someone) as a role model.
pay respect To demonstrate or profess respect to (someone or an ideal); to behave in a manner that demonstrates respect to (someone or an ideal).
revere (transitive) To regard someone or something with great awe or devotion.
reverence (transitive) To show or feel reverence to.

noun Great respect or high regard, often earned through integrity or achievement.
noun A strong sense of what is morally right; personal integrity.
verb To show great respect for someone or something.
verb To fulfill or keep to an agreement, promise, or commitment.