honest

S1 W1

BrE /ˈɒnɪst/ AmE /ˈɑːnhəst/

adjective en → es

1 TRUTHFUL [attributive], [predicative] A1

truthful and sincere; not lying or cheating

honesto, sincero, leal

  • be honest

Collocations an honest mistake · to be honest with somebody

  • He's an honest man.

    Es un hombre honrado.

2 FAIR [attributive], [predicative] B1

fair and just; not dishonest or unfair

justo, equitativo, imparcial

  • be honest about something

Collocations an honest deal · to be honest with somebody

  • The company is known for its honest business practices.

    La empresa es conocida por sus prácticas comerciales justas.