courteous
/ˈkɜːtiəs/ · /ˈkɝːtiəs/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6257 in the learning path
彬彬有礼的
Definitions
adj. Polite and respectful towards other people.
彬彬有礼的
Example
The courteous driver waited while I found my ticket.
那位有礼貌的司机耐心等我找到车票。
Courteous communication between healthcare staff and patients can improve trust and make medical appointments less stressful.
医护人员与患者之间礼貌的沟通可以增进信任，减轻就诊带来的压力。
Collocations
- courteous service
- courteous manner
- courteous to customers
Word family
- courtesy (n.)
- courteously (adv.)
- discourteous (adj.)
Synonyms
- polite
- respectful
- well-mannered
Antonyms
- rude
- discourteous
Usage tip
比polite更正式；对某人有礼貌用to。
FAQ
- What does courteous mean?
- Polite and respectful towards other people.
- How is courteous pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɜːtiəs/, US /ˈkɝːtiəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
