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friendly manner

[ˈfrɛndli ˈmænər]
noun phrasepl: friendly manners
maneira amigável
1. A way of behaving or interacting that is warm, welcoming, and shows goodwill toward others
She greeted us in a friendly manner, making everyone feel welcome.
Ela nos cumprimentou de maneira amigável, fazendo todos se sentirem bem-vindos.
2. Conduct or deportment that demonstrates kindness and approachability
He spoke to the children in a friendly manner despite being tired.
Ele falou com as crianças de forma amigável, apesar de estar cansado.
Synonyms
cordial mannerwarm mannerwelcoming manneramiable manneraffable manner
Antonyms
hostile mannerunfriendly mannercold mannerrude mannerantagonistic manner

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
maneira amigável / de forma amigável
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
de jeito amigável
Colloquial variant
São Paulo
maneira amigável / cordial
More formal business usage
Portugal
de forma simpática / amigável
Simpática is preferred in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

with open arms
break the ice
hit it off
get along like a house on fire
de coração aberto (with an open heart)
estender a mão (extend a hand)
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