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dignidad

dignity

noun deeg-nee-DAHD Less Common
Mind & Emotions Values

Origin: From Latin dignitas (worthiness, rank)

Usage Note

Dignidad is an abstract feminine noun that does not take an article when used in certain fixed phrases (morir con dignidad — to die with dignity). In Spanish law and philosophy, dignidad humana (human dignity) is a foundational concept. The related adjective is digno/a (worthy, dignified), and the verb dignarse means 'to deign to do something.'

Examples

"Defendió su dignidad ante todos."

Natural Translation

She defended her dignity before everyone.

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