Etiquette: meaning, definitions and examples

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etiquette

 

[ หˆษ›tษชkษ›t ]

Context #1

social behavior

Etiquette refers to the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group. It includes rules for proper manners, respect, and consideration for others.

Synonyms

civility, decorum, propriety, protocol

Examples of usage

  • Proper etiquette dictates that you should always say please and thank you.
  • Etiquette in business meetings often involves shaking hands and making eye contact.
  • Following wedding etiquette, guests should RSVP promptly and dress appropriately.
Context #2

formal events

Etiquette can also refer to the formal rules or practices that govern behavior in specific situations or settings, such as formal events, ceremonies, or diplomatic protocols.

Synonyms

ceremony, formality, protocol, ritual

Examples of usage

  • The royal family follows strict etiquette during state visits and official events.
  • Etiquette at a formal dinner typically includes using the correct utensils and following seating arrangements.

Translations

Translations of the word "etiquette" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น etiqueta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฟเคทเฅเคŸเคพเคšเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Etikette

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ etika

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตั‚ะธะบะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ etykieta

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใƒใ‚ฑใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉtiquette

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ etiqueta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรถrgรผ kurallarฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜ˆ์ ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุขุฏุงุจ ุงู„ุณู„ูˆูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ etiketa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ etiketa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็คผไปช

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ etiketa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ siรฐareglur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‚ะธะบะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒ—แƒ˜แƒ™แƒ”แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ etiket

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ etiqueta

Word origin

The word 'etiquette' originated in the French language in the mid-18th century, derived from the Old French word 'estiquette' meaning 'ticket' or 'label.' Over time, it evolved to refer to the rules of behavior and social conventions. Etiquette has been an essential aspect of social interaction throughout history, guiding individuals on proper conduct in various situations and settings.