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courtesy in Spanish

courtesy in Spanish is de cortesía, cortesía — courtesy means polite, respectful behavior toward others.

courtesy in Spanish

de cortesía
adj
cortesía
noun
(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 Spanish?
"courtesy" in Spanish is de cortesía, cortesía. 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 Spanish, "courtesy" is de cortesía, cortesía.
Are there other ways to say "courtesy" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "courtesy": de cortesía, cortesía.
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