polite

• Describe a una persona que muestra buenos modales y respeto hacia los demás, siendo cortés y considerado en el trato.

Describes someone who shows good manners and respect for others.

1. A1formal

   Showing good manners and respect for others in behavior or speech.

   Cortés

   • It is polite to say 'please' and 'thank you'.
   • She gave a polite smile to the guests.
   • He was very polite to the elderly woman.

   Sinónimoscivilcourteousdeferentialgentlemanlygraciousladylikerespectfultactful

   Antónimosdiscourteousdisrespectfulimpoliteinsolentrudeuncivil

2. Courteous behaviorA2formal

   Behaving in a way that is socially correct and shows consideration for others.

   cortés

   • The waiter was polite and helpful.
   • They exchanged polite greetings at the party.
   • A polite refusal is better than a rude acceptance.

   Sinónimoscivilconsideratecourteousdeferentialdiplomaticgraciousrespectfultactfulthoughtful

   Antónimosdiscourteousimpoliteinsolentrudeuncivil