courtesy
/ˈkɜːtəsi/ · /ˈkɝːtəsi/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #5080 in the learning path
礼貌；谦恭
Definitions
n. polite behaviour showing respect and consideration for others
礼貌；谦恭
n. a polite or helpful act
好意；礼貌之举
adj. provided free to customers as a service
免费提供的
Example
She treated every guest with courtesy, even when tired.
即使很累，她也对每位客人彬彬有礼。
Showing courtesy towards fellow passengers can make public transport more pleasant and accessible for everyone.
礼貌对待其他乘客能让公共交通更加舒适，也更方便所有人使用。
Collocations
- common courtesy
- as a courtesy
- courtesy bus
- courtesy of
Word family
- courteous (adj.)
- courteously (adv.)
Synonyms
- politeness
- civility
Antonyms
- rudeness
Usage tip
courtesy of表示承蒙某方提供或允许使用。
FAQ
- What does courtesy mean?
- polite behaviour showing respect and consideration for others a polite or helpful act provided free to customers as a service
- How is courtesy pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɜːtəsi/, US /ˈkɝːtəsi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
