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polite

English → English

adj//pəˈlaɪt//

(behavior) Polite: showing good manners and respect for other people in social situations

It is considered polite to say 'please' and 'thank you' when asking for a favor.

(English) It is considered polite to say 'please' and 'thank you' when asking for a favor.

The waiter was very polite and patient, even though the restaurant was extremely busy.

(English) The waiter was very polite and patient, even though the restaurant was extremely busy.

Entry ID: en:en:polite · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary