Courteously: meaning, definitions and examples
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courteously
[ ˈkɔːtɪəsli ]
in a polite and respectful manner
Courteously means in a polite and respectful manner. It is used to describe someone's behavior towards others, showing good manners and consideration. Courteously is often used in social interactions to indicate a level of politeness and kindness.
Synonyms
graciously, politely, respectfully
Examples of usage
- She greeted her guests courteously at the party.
- He spoke courteously to the elderly lady on the bus.
- They handled the situation courteously and professionally.
- We were treated courteously by the staff at the hotel.
- The waiter served us courteously throughout the meal.
Translations
Translations of the word "courteously" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cortesmente
🇮🇳 विनम्रतापूर्वक
🇩🇪 höflich
🇮🇩 dengan sopan
🇺🇦 ввічливо
🇵🇱 grzecznie
🇯🇵 礼儀正しく
🇫🇷 courtoisement
🇪🇸 cortésmente
🇹🇷 nazikçe
🇰🇷 정중하게
🇸🇦 بأدب
🇨🇿 zdvořile
🇸🇰 zdvorilo
🇨🇳 礼貌地
🇸🇮 vljudno
🇮🇸 kurteislega
🇰🇿 сыйластықпен
🇬🇪 ზრდილობიანად
🇦🇿 nəzakətlə
🇲🇽 cortésmente
Word origin
The word 'courteously' is derived from the Middle English word 'courteis', which means 'polite' or 'well-mannered'. It has its roots in Old French 'corteis', from Latin 'cortes', meaning 'court'. The term has been used in English since the 14th century to describe behavior that is gracious and considerate towards others.
See also: discourteous, discourteously.