høflig — meaning in English
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English meaning
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civil
adj Relating to ordinary citizens and government, as opposed to the military or religion.
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courteous
adj Polite and considerate toward others.
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polite
adj Showing good manners and consideration for others.
Senses
høflig is used for these senses in English:
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civil
(comparable) Behaving in a reasonable or polite manner; avoiding displays of hostility.
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courteous
Showing regard or thought for others; especially, displaying good manners or etiquette.
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polite
Well-mannered, civilized.
civil — full definition
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adj Relating to ordinary citizens and government, as opposed to the military or religion.
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adj Polite and reasonably courteous, without being warm or friendly.
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adj Relating to private disputes between citizens, as opposed to criminal law.
