höflich — meaning in English German → English · translate English → German instead English meaning courteous adj Polite and considerate toward others. polite adj Showing good manners and consideration for others. Senses höflich is used for these senses in English: courteous Showing regard or thought for others; especially, displaying good manners or etiquette. polite Well-mannered, civilized. Related German words aufmerksam zuvorkommend