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courtesy in Japanese

courtesy in Japanese is 愛想, 礼儀 — courtesy means polite, respectful behavior toward others.

courtesy in Japanese

愛想
noun
Pronounced: aiso
(uncountable) Polite behavior.
礼儀
noun
Pronounced: reigi
(uncountable) Polite behavior.

What does "courtesy" mean?

  1. noun Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
    "It is a matter of courtesy to reply promptly when someone invites you."
  2. 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 Japanese?
"courtesy" in Japanese is 愛想, 礼儀. courtesy means: Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
How do you pronounce 愛想?
"courtesy" in Japanese is 愛想, pronounced "aiso".
How do you use "courtesy" in a sentence?
Example: "It is a matter of courtesy to reply promptly when someone invites you." In Japanese, "courtesy" is 愛想, 礼儀.
Are there other ways to say "courtesy" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "courtesy": 愛想, 礼儀.
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