Cortesía (en. Courtesy)

/korteˈsi.a/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Kindness or a kind gesture towards another person.

Courtesy is fundamental in social relationships.

La cortesía es fundamental en las relaciones sociales.

Formality in dealing with others, indicating respect.

Courtesy at the table is a sign of education.

La cortesía en la mesa es una muestra de educación.

Attention or consideration that one has towards others.

I appreciate your courtesy in offering me help.

Agradezco tu cortesía al ofrecerme ayuda.

From Latin 'cortesia', which is related to the term 'court', referring to the norms of behavior at court.

courtesy obliges

the need to be courteous in social situations.

cortesía obliga

to act courteously

to behave in a kind and respectful manner towards others.

actuar con cortesía

courtesy of the house

an offer or kindness provided at no cost, such as in restaurants.

cortesía de la casa

for courtesy

something offered as a sign of good manners.

de cortesía

courteous

That shows courtesy and kindness.

cortés

courtier

A person who lives at court or follows the rules of courtesy.

cortesano

bark

The outer layer of a trunk; it can refer to a superficial treatment.

corteza

To do something out of courtesy.

I did it just out of courtesy, not because I was interested.

Lo hice solo por cortesía, no porque me interesara.

To invite out of courtesy.

I invite you to my party, but it's just courtesy.

Te invito a mi fiesta, pero es solo cortesía.