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act courteously

[/ækt ˈkɜːrtiəsli/]
verb phrase
agir cortesmente
1. to behave in a polite, respectful, and considerate manner toward others
She always acts courteously, even when dealing with difficult customers.
Ela sempre age cortesmente, mesmo ao lidar com clientes difíceis.
2. to conduct oneself with good manners and civility
The ambassador acted courteously during the diplomatic meeting.
O embaixador agiu cortesmente durante a reunião diplomática.
Synonyms
act politelybehave respectfullyconduct oneself civillyshow courtesybe courteous
Antonyms
act rudelybehave disrespectfullyact impolitelybe discourteous

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
agir cortesmente
standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
agir com educação
alternative colloquial expression
São Paulo
agir cortesmente
standard formal usage
Portugal
agir cortesmente
standard usage; 'comportar-se educadamente' also common

Related Idioms & Phrases

mind your manners
keep a civil tongue
treat someone with respect
extend courtesy to someone
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