courtesy

noun
UK: /ˈkɜːtəsi/
US: /ˈkɜːrtəsi/
  1. Polite behavior; respect and consideration for others.

    1. He showed courtesy to everyone he met. [ ] [ ]
    2. Showing common courtesy is essential in building strong relationships and avoiding conflict. [ ] [ ]
  2. A polite action or remark.

    1. It's just a courtesy to call before you visit. [ ] [ ]
    2. The salesperson extended the simple courtesy of offering us a beverage while we waited. [ ] [ ]
courtesy adjective
  1. Done or given as a polite gesture or favor.

    1. It was a courtesy call to thank them. [ ] [ ]
    2. The airline offered a courtesy upgrade due to the inconvenience of the delayed flight. [ ] [ ]

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The word "courtesy" in English means: Polite behavior; respect and consideration for others., A polite action or remark..

The phonetic transcription of "courtesy" is /ˈkɜːtəsi/ in British English and /ˈkɜːrtəsi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

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Example usage of "courtesy": "He showed courtesy to everyone he met.". More examples on the page.