doctorado honoris causa
/doɡtoɾado onoɾis kausa/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'honorary doctorate' is translated into Spanish as doctorado honoris causa.
The term refers to an honorary degree. The most common and formal way to refer to this is Doctorado Honoris Causa. You can also use the more descriptive and formal option Título de Doctor Honoris Causa to mean 'honorary doctorate title'.
Meaning: honorary degree (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase honoris causa is indeclinable, meaning it remains the same regardless of the gender or number of the noun it modifies.
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, causa is a slang term for a 'friend' or 'buddy', which stems from the Quechua word kawsay meaning 'life'.
- Spanish universities often grant a doctorado honoris causa to foreign heads of state as a diplomatic gesture, regardless of their academic background.
- In Spanish academic ceremonies, the person receiving the doctorado honoris causa is often called a 'doctor honoris causa' rather than a 'doctorado'.
Examples in context
- El reconocido autor recibió un Doctorado Honoris Causa por su contribución a la literatura.The renowned author received an honorary doctorate for his contribution to literature.
- La universidad otorgó a la célebre científica un Título de Doctor Honoris Causa.The university awarded the renowned scientist an honorary doctorate title.
- El famoso futbolista recibió un Doctorado Honorífico por su destacada carrera deportiva.The famous soccer player received an honorary doctorate for his outstanding sports career.
- El reconocido cantante recibió un Doctorado Honorífico en la Universidad de Salamanca.The renowned singer received an honorary doctorate at the University of Salamanca.
- La universidad le otorgó un doctorado honoris causa.The university granted her an honorary doctorate.
- Él recibió un doctorado honoris causa por su trayectoria.He received an honorary doctorate for his career.
- Es un doctorado honoris causa muy prestigioso.It is a very prestigious honorary doctorate.
Example conversation
Javier and María are discussing a news article about a famous writer.
- JavierMira, este escritor ganó un doctorado honoris causa.Look, this writer earned an honorary doctorate.
- María¡Qué increíble! Se lo merece por sus libros.How incredible! He deserves it for his books.
- JavierSí, la universidad reconoció su gran talento.Yes, the university recognized his great talent.
- MaríaEl doctorado honoris causa es un premio muy prestigioso.The honorary doctorate is a very prestigious award.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries causa, CC BY-SA 4.0.
