Usage Note
Respetuoso describes a person or behaviour that shows respect (tono respetuoso = 'respectful tone'). It differs from respetable ('respectable, worthy of respect') — respetuoso is about showing respect, respetable about deserving it. The related noun is respeto and the verb is respetar.
Examples
"Siempre es respetuoso con los mayores."
Natural Translation
He is always respectful towards elders.
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