show courtesy

[/ʃoʊ ˈkɜːrtəsi/]

verb phrase

demonstrar cortesia; ser cortês

1. To display polite and respectful behavior toward someone

He always shows courtesy to his elders.

Ele sempre demonstra cortesia com seus mais velhos.

2. To act with consideration and good manners

She showed courtesy by holding the door open.

Ela demonstrou cortesia ao segurar a porta aberta.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

demonstrar cortesia; ser atencioso

Common in everyday speech and formal contexts

Portugal

mostrar cortesia; ser educado

Slightly more formal usage; 'educado' emphasizes good manners

São Paulo

demonstrar cortesia; ter educação

Urban usage, often in professional settings

extend courtesy

common courtesy

as a courtesy

courtesy call

the courtesy of

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