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polite manner
[/pəˈlaɪt ˈmænər/]
noun phrase
pl: polite manners
modo educado
1.
A courteous and respectful way of behaving or communicating with others
She spoke to him in a polite manner despite their disagreement.
Ela falou com ele de modo educado apesar do desacordo.
2.
Adherence to social conventions and etiquette in conduct or speech
He approached the matter in a polite manner to avoid offense.
Ele abordou o assunto de forma educada para evitar ofensas.
Synonyms
courteous manner
respectful manner
civil manner
gracious manner
well-mannered approach
Antonyms
rude manner
impolite manner
disrespectful manner
crude manner
offensive manner
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
modo educado / jeito educado
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
forma educada / maneira cortês
Also commonly used in urban areas
Portugal
forma educada / modo cortês
Preferred in formal contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
in a polite manner
with all due respect
if you please
mind your manners
polish your manners
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