courtesy in French
courtesy in French is courtoisie, politesse, indulgence — courtesy means polite, respectful behavior toward others.
courtesy in French
courtoisie
(uncountable) Polite behavior.
politesse
(countable) A polite gesture or remark, especially as opposed to an obligation or standard practice.
indulgence
(uncountable) Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence.
What does "courtesy" mean?
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noun Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
"It is a matter of courtesy to reply promptly when someone invites you."
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adj Given free of charge, or done as a polite gesture rather than an obligation.
"Guests can borrow a courtesy umbrella from the front desk if it rains."
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courtesy in a sentence
- It is a matter of courtesy to reply promptly when someone invites you.
- He held the door open out of simple courtesy.
- Guests can borrow a courtesy umbrella from the front desk if it rains.
- The hotel offers a courtesy shuttle to the airport.
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What is "courtesy" in French?
"courtesy" in French is courtoisie, politesse, indulgence. courtesy means: Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
How do you use "courtesy" in a sentence?
Example: "It is a matter of courtesy to reply promptly when someone invites you." In French, "courtesy" is courtoisie, politesse, indulgence.
Are there other ways to say "courtesy" in French?
Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "courtesy": courtoisie, politesse, indulgence.
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