Gentlemanly: meaning, definitions and examples
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gentlemanly
[ ˈdʒɛnt(ə)lmənli ]
behavior
Having the characteristics traditionally associated with a gentleman, such as politeness, chivalry, and respect.
Synonyms
chivalrous, polite, respectful
Examples of usage
- He always opens the door for others, showing his gentlemanly manners.
- She appreciated his gentlemanly behavior towards her during the meeting.
behavior
In a manner that is polite, chivalrous, and respectful, like a gentleman.
Synonyms
chivalrously, politely, respectfully
Examples of usage
- He greeted her gentlemanly with a bow.
- She conducted herself gentlemanly throughout the event.
Translations
Translations of the word "gentlemanly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cavalheiresco
🇮🇳 शिष्ट
🇩🇪 gentlemanlike
🇮🇩 sopan
🇺🇦 джентльменський
🇵🇱 dżentelmeński
🇯🇵 紳士的 (しんしてき)
🇫🇷 courtois
🇪🇸 caballeroso
🇹🇷 centilmen
🇰🇷 신사적인 (신사적이다)
🇸🇦 نبيل
🇨🇿 gentlemanský
🇸🇰 džentlmenský
🇨🇳 绅士的 (shēnshì de)
🇸🇮 gospodski
🇮🇸 heiðarlegur
🇰🇿 мырзалық
🇬🇪 ჯენტლმენური
🇦🇿 centlmen
🇲🇽 caballeroso
Word origin
The word 'gentlemanly' originated in the 17th century from the combination of 'gentleman' and the suffix '-ly'. It is used to describe behavior that is characteristic of a gentleman, such as politeness, chivalry, and respect.
See also: gentleman, gentleness.