Respetuosa (en. Respectful)

/respeˈtuwosa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That shows deference and consideration towards others.
She is respectful in her conversations with the elderly.
Es respetuosa en sus conversaciones con los ancianos.
Applies to behaviors or attitudes that recognize the value of people.
The teacher was very respectful when listening to her students' opinions.
La maestra fue muy respetuosa al escuchar las opiniones de sus alumnos.
That behaves with courtesy and politeness.
She is always respectful at her job and earns everyone's appreciation.
Siempre es respetuosa en su trabajo y se gana el aprecio de todos.

Etymology

From Latin 'respectuosus', meaning 'full of respect'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

act with respect
To behave in a polite and considerate manner towards others.
actuar con respeto
have respect for
To value and consider someone or something.
tener respeto por
deserve respect
To be worthy of consideration and positive attention.
merecer respeto

Related Words

respect
Feeling of consideration and valuation towards others.
respeto
to respect
To treat someone or something with deference and consideration.
respetar
respectable
Worthy of respect.
respetable

Slang Meanings

A person who behaves properly and considerately.
That girl is very respectful; she always treats others well.
Esa chica es muy respetuosa, siempre trata bien a los demás.
The attitude of someone who knows how to behave in public.
You have to be respectful in the meeting; that is what's expected.
Tienes que ser respetuosa en la reunión, eso es lo que se espera.