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mannerly
[ˈmænərli]
adjective
educado
1.
showing good manners; polite and well-behaved
The mannerly child thanked everyone for their gifts.
A criança educada agradeceu a todos pelos presentes.
2.
characterized by propriety and courtesy
It is mannerly to greet your guests at the door.
É educado cumprimentar seus convidados na porta.
Synonyms
polite
courteous
well-behaved
respectful
civil
Antonyms
impolite
rude
disrespectful
discourteous
ill-mannered
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
educado
most common usage across Brazil
General Brazilian
bem-educado
emphasizing good upbringing and courtesy
Portugal
bem-criado
traditional Portuguese term emphasizing proper upbringing
Portugal
cortês
more formal alternative meaning courteous
Related Idioms & Phrases
mind your manners
on one's best behavior
proper etiquette
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