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    Galanterías (en. Gallantries)

    /galaŋteˈɾi.as/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Courtesies or attentions that are done in an elegant or kind manner.
    His gallantries made her feel special.
    Las galanterías de su parte la hicieron sentir especial.
    Distinguished behavior that denotes respect and admiration.
    He always behaves with gallantries in the presence of women.
    Él siempre se comporta con galanterías en presencia de mujeres.
    Details or actions aimed at pleasing others in a social context.
    The dinner was full of gallantries, from compliments to attentions.
    La cena estuvo llena de galanterías, desde los elogios hasta las atenciones.

    Etymology

    From French 'galanterie', which means courtesy or elegance.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make gallantries
    To perform acts of courtesy or attention towards someone.
    hacer galanterías
    love gallantries
    Kind or romantic acts directed at a partner.
    galanterías de amor
    chivalrous gallantry
    Respectful and polite behavior typical of gentlemen.
    galantería caballeresca

    Related Words

    courtesy
    Act of being courteous, kind, or respectful.
    cortesía
    attention
    Consideration given to another person.
    atención
    elegance
    Quality of being elegant in behavior or appearance.
    elegancia

    Slang Meanings

    Casual compliments
    The gallantries he made during the date were well received.
    Las galanterías que hizo durante la cita fueron bien recibidas.
    Exaggerated demonstrations of affection
    Sometimes, his gallantries are a bit too much for me.
    A veces, sus galanterías son un poco demasiado para mí.