courtesy

• Substantivo que designa comportamento educado, respeito ou atenção para com os outros; também pode se referir a um gesto ou ato cortês, como uma gentileza ou obséquio.

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.

   Cortesia

   • 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.

   Sinônimoscivilityconsiderationdecorumgraciousnesspolitenessrespect

   Antônimosdiscourtesydisrespectimpolitenessincivilityrudeness

2. Polite gestureB1formal

   A polite or kind action that is considered good manners.

   Cortesia

   • 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.

   Sinônimoscivilityconsiderationfavorgracekindnessnicetypolitenessthoughtfulness

   Antônimosdiscourtesyincivilityrudeness

3. Provided free of chargeB2formal

   Something provided as a polite gesture without charge.

   Cortesia

   • 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.

   Sinônimoscomplimentaryfreefreebiegratis

   Antônimoschargecostfee