dignamente

with dignity

adverb deeg-nah-MEN-teh Rare

Also means

decently

Usage Note

Dignamente is formed regularly from the adjective digno (worthy, dignified) plus -mente. It describes actions performed with dignity or in a manner befitting one's self-respect. In labour contexts it appears in phrases like vivir dignamente (to live decently), implying a minimum standard of living rather than grandeur.

Examples

"Todos merecen vivir dignamente."

Natural Translation

Everyone deserves to live with dignity.

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