courtesy

• Substantiv, das höfliches und rücksichtsvolles Verhalten gegenüber anderen bezeichnet; auch eine Gefälligkeit oder Höflichkeitsgeste.

A noun referring to polite behavior, respect, or consideration shown towards others.

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1. B1formal

   Polite behavior that shows respect for other people.

   Höflichkeit

   • He showed great courtesy by holding the door open for her.
   • Common courtesy dictates that you say 'thank you' when someone helps you.
   • The staff treated all guests with courtesy and respect.

   Synonymecivilityconsiderationdecorumgraciousnesspolitenessrespect

   Antonymediscourtesydisrespectimpolitenessincivilityrudeness

2. Polite gestureB1formal

   A polite or kind action that is considered good manners.

   Höflichkeit

   • She paid him the courtesy of a reply.
   • It is a courtesy to introduce yourself when meeting someone new.
   • He did her the courtesy of listening to her entire story.

   Synonymecivilityconsiderationfavorgracekindnessnicetypolitenessthoughtfulness

   Antonymediscourtesyincivilityrudeness

3. Provided free of chargeB2formal

   Something provided as a polite gesture without charge.

   Kostenlos

   • The hotel provides a courtesy shuttle to the airport.
   • A courtesy copy of the report was sent to all members.
   • The company offers a courtesy discount to first-time customers.

   Synonymecomplimentaryfreefreebiegratis

   Antonymechargecostfee