courtesy in German
courtesy in German is Höflichkeit, Kulanz, Nachsicht — courtesy means polite, respectful behavior toward others.
courtesy in German
Höflichkeit
Kulanz
(uncountable) Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence.
Nachsicht
(uncountable) Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence.
Entgegenkommen
(uncountable) Willingness or generosity in providing something needed.
Gefälligkeit
(uncountable) Willingness or generosity in providing something needed.
Großzügigkeit
(uncountable) Willingness or generosity in providing something needed.
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 German?
"courtesy" in German is Höflichkeit, Kulanz, Nachsicht. 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 German, "courtesy" is Höflichkeit, Kulanz, Nachsicht.
Are there other ways to say "courtesy" in German?
Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "courtesy": Höflichkeit, Kulanz, Nachsicht, Entgegenkommen, Gefälligkeit, Großzügigkeit.
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