栄誉(えいよ)

えいよ
noun
honor; glory; distinction
formal
1. honor; glory; distinction
A high level of respect or prestige earned through achievement or merit. Refers to the honor itself rather than the feeling of pride. Often used in formal or ceremonial contexts.
大(おお)きな栄誉(えいよ)を受(う)けた。
I received a great honor.
ノーベル賞(しょう)は科学者(かがくしゃ)にとって最高(さいこう)の栄誉(えいよ)だ。
The Nobel Prize is the highest honor for a scientist.
長年(ながねん)の功績(こうせき)が認(みと)められ、栄誉(えいよ)ある賞(しょう)を授(さず)けられた。
His long years of achievement were recognized, and he was awarded a prestigious prize.

Usage

栄誉(えいよ) refers to honor or distinction that is formally bestowed or publicly recognized. It is a formal word that appears frequently in award ceremonies, official commendations, and news reporting.

Common collocations

Similar words

  • 栄誉(えいよ): honor, distinction (formal recognition from others)
  • 名誉(めいよ): honor, reputation (broader; includes social standing)
  • 栄光(えいこう): glory (grander, more dramatic; often about triumphs)
  • 誇(ほこ)り: pride (personal feeling, not an external honor)

Related Words

Compare: 名誉(めいよ) (honor, reputation (broader)
Compare: 栄光(えいこう) (glory (grander, more dramatic)
Compare: 誇(ほこ)り (pride)
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