etiquette
ˈɛtɪkɛt
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Definition of etiquette - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
mannersrules for polite behavior in social settings
  • Good etiquette is important at formal dinners.
decorum manners protocol
2.
professional conductcustomary behavior among professionals or team members
  • The team follows a strict etiquette during meetings.
manners protocol
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Expressions with etiquette

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failure to follow social rules
Talking with your mouth full is a breach of etiquette.
rules for polite behavior on the internet
Cyber etiquette helps people communicate respectfully online.
rules for polite and professional behavior in medicine
Medical etiquette requires doctors to respect patient privacy.

Origin of etiquette

French, étiquette (label)

Terms with etiquette included in their meaning

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polite expression of desire for someone's welfare
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said to someone after they sneeze
social etiquette
courteous reply after gratitude or greeting
etiquette
in a way that is socially acceptable
etiquette
language deemed inappropriate in formal settings
etiquette
offensive or inappropriate content
etiquette
surrender a seat due to obligation
social etiquette
polite and considerate behavior in social interactions

Examples of etiquette in a sentence

  • She studied etiquette to prepare for the royal event.
  • Proper etiquette is crucial in client interactions.
  • Ignoring etiquette can harm professional relationships.

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  1. French:étiquette, code de conduite, ...
  2. German:Manieren, Verhaltenskodex, ...
  3. Italian:buone maniere, ...
  4. Spanish:etiqueta, normas de conducta, ...
  5. Portuguese:etiqueta, conduta, ...
  6. Chinese:礼仪, 行为规范, ...
  7. Japanese:エチケット, ...
  8. Arabic:آداب, لَياقَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:כַּלְלֵי נִימוּס, כְּלָלֵי הִתְנַהֲגוּת, ...
  10. Russian:этикет, ...
  11. Ukrainian:етикет, правила поведінки, ...
  12. Hindi:शिष्टाचार, आचार-संहिता, ...

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