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cortesia — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • chivalry noun The medieval code of conduct for knights, built around honour, courage, mercy, and courtesy.
  • courtesy noun Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
  • kindness noun The quality of being kind; a caring, generous, and considerate nature.
  • politeness noun The quality of being well-mannered and considerate.

Senses

cortesia is used for these senses in English:

  • chivalry Courteous behaviour, especially that of men towards women.
  • courtesy (uncountable) Polite behavior.
  • kindness The state of being kind.
  • politeness (uncountable) The quality of being polite.

chivalry — full definition

  1. noun The medieval code of conduct for knights, built around honour, courage, mercy, and courtesy.
  2. noun Polite, considerate, and protective behaviour, especially of men toward women.

courtesy — full definition

  1. noun Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
  2. adj Given free of charge, or done as a polite gesture rather than an obligation.

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