propriety in Danish
propriety in Danish is ordentlighed, rigtighed, sømmelighed — propriety means correct or socially acceptable behaviour; good manners and decorum.
propriety in Danish
ordentlighed
Suitability, fitness; the quality of being appropriate. [from 18th c.]
rigtighed
Suitability, fitness; the quality of being appropriate. [from 18th c.]
sømmelighed
(often, in the plural) Correctness in behaviour and morals; good manners, seemliness. [from 18th c.]
What does "propriety" mean?
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noun Correct or socially acceptable behaviour; good manners and decorum.
"She always behaved with great propriety at formal events."
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propriety in a sentence
- She always behaved with great propriety at formal events.
- He questioned the propriety of accepting gifts from clients.
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What is "propriety" in Danish?
"propriety" in Danish is ordentlighed, rigtighed, sømmelighed. propriety means: Correct or socially acceptable behaviour; good manners and decorum.
How do you use "propriety" in a sentence?
Example: "She always behaved with great propriety at formal events." In Danish, "propriety" is ordentlighed, rigtighed, sømmelighed.
Are there other ways to say "propriety" in Danish?
Yes — Danish has 3 translations listed for "propriety": ordentlighed, rigtighed, sømmelighed.
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