Philotimo
Meaning: A deep-rooted sense of dignity, generosity, and virtue — doing the right thing out of love for honor rather than obligation or reward.
Language: Greek
Literally: love of honor
Category: Social
Origin: Greek φιλότιμο; philos ('love') + timé ('honor'); considered the highest Greek virtue.
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From our idioms
- 꿩 먹고 알 먹고 (Kkwong meokgo al meokgo) — Getting two benefits from one action.
- 발 없는 말이 천리 간다 (Bal eomneun mari cheolli ganda) — Gossip and rumors spread incredibly fast.
- Не вешай лапшу на уши (Ne veshay lapshu na ushi) — Don't lie to me; stop trying to deceive me.