courtesy
beginnerA2/ˈkɜːrtəsi/ · cour-te-sy
The show of politeness in one's attitude or behavior towards others.
Meanings
The show of politeness in one's attitude or behavior towards others.
دوسروں کے ساتھ رویے یا سلوک میں ادب و احترام کا مظاہرہ۔
احترام
ehteram
Synonyms
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- common courtesy
- courtesy call
- courtesy gesture
Example Sentences
He always shows courtesy to his elders.
وہ ہمیشہ اپنے بزرگوں کے ساتھ ادب و احترام سے پیش آتا ہے۔
Woh hamesha apne buzurgon ke saath adab o ehteram se pesh aata hai.
A little courtesy can go a long way in building relationships.
تھوڑی سی شائستگی تعلقات بنانے میں بہت مددگار ثابت ہو سکتی ہے۔
Thori si shaistagi taluqaat banane mein bohat madadgar sabit ho sakti hai.
It is customary to greet people with courtesy in formal gatherings.
یہ رسمی محفلوں میں لوگوں کو ادب و احترام سے سلام کرنے کی روایت ہے۔
Yeh rasmi mehfilon mein logon ko adab o ehteram se salaam karne ki riwaayat hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Remember courtesy starts with a 'C' like smile, which is a friendly gesture.
Visualize someone opening a door for another person as a gesture of courtesy.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
حسنِ سلوک کا خزانہ لے کر چلو، احترام سب کا ہو، یہ اُلٹنے نرمی لے کر چلو۔
Husn-e-suluk ka khazana le kar chalo, Ehteram sab ka ho, yeh ulatne narami le kar chalo.
Carry the treasure of good conduct, let respect be for all, bring softness in reverse.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
احترام سے بات کرو، محبت بڑھاؤ۔
Ehteram se baat karo, mohabbat barhao.
Speak with respect, increase love.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old French "courtoisie" — courtliness, politeness
First known use: 14th century
The term 'courtesy' originated from the Old French word 'courtoisie', which referred to the behaviors typical of a court. Over time, it evolved to signify general politeness and social grace.