Pleasantry: meaning, definitions and examples

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pleasantry

 

[ หˆplษ›zษ™ntri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

social interaction

A pleasantry is a polite and light-hearted remark or conversation, often used to create a friendly atmosphere. It can also refer to a formal expression of goodwill or courtesy exchanged between people.

Synonyms

banter, chit-chat, courtesy, small talk

Examples of usage

  • They exchanged pleasantries at the beginning of the meeting.
  • During the reception, the host engaged the guests in some light pleasantries.
  • He is known for his clever pleasantries that make people smile.

Translations

Translations of the word "pleasantry" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gentileza

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคจเคฎเฅเคฐเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Freundlichkeit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kesopanan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพะฑั€ะพั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ uprzejmoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆชๅˆ‡ใ•

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gentillesse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ amabilidad

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nazik davranฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์นœ์ ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุทู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ laskavost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zdvorilosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไบฒๅˆ‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prijaznost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vinaldi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะพะผะฐั€ั‚ั‚ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒ’แƒแƒ‘แƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nษ™zakษ™t

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ amabilidad

Etymology

The word 'pleasantry' dates back to the late 16th century and is derived from the Middle English word 'plesaunt', meaning agreeable or pleasing. This Middle English term was influenced by the Old French 'plaisant', which comes from the verb 'plaire', meaning to please. The evolution of the term reflects a transition from denoting general agreeableness to focusing on light-hearted and polite interactions between people. Over centuries, the usage of 'pleasantry' has predominantly been tied to social situations where niceties are exchanged, indicating good manners and amiability. Its persistence in the English language underscores the value placed on social decorum and the art of conversation.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,430, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.