Politely: meaning, definitions and examples

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politely

[ pəˈlaɪtli ]

^{Context #1}

speak

In a respectful and considerate manner.

Synonyms

courteously, graciously, respectfully

Examples of usage

She asked politely for a glass of water.
He smiled politely and excused himself from the conversation.

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act

In a way that shows good manners and respect for others.

Synonyms

civilly, courteously

Examples of usage

She politely declined the offer.
He patiently and politely listened to her complaints.

Translations

Translations of the word "politely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 educadamente

🇮🇳 विनम्रता से

🇩🇪 höflich

🇮🇩 dengan sopan

🇺🇦 ввічливо

🇵🇱 uprzejmie

🇯🇵 丁寧に (ていねいに)

🇫🇷 poliment

🇪🇸 educadamente

🇹🇷 nazikçe

🇰🇷 정중하게 (jeongjunghage)

🇸🇦 بأدب (bi'adab)

🇨🇿 zdvořile

🇸🇰 zdvorilo

🇨🇳 礼貌地 (lǐmào de)

🇸🇮 vljudno

🇮🇸 kurteislega

🇰🇿 сыпайы

🇬🇪 ზრდილობიანად (zrdilobianad)

🇦🇿 nəzakətlə

🇲🇽 educadamente

Word origin

The word 'politely' originates from the Middle English 'politeness', which comes from the Latin 'polītus', meaning 'polished' or 'refined'. Over time, it evolved to its current usage to describe behavior that is respectful, courteous, and considerate towards others.