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062. Manner: Behaviour and Body Language

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courtesy

courteous

discourteous

offhand

insolent

etiquette

to stand on ceremony

straitlaced

the done thing

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netiquette

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manner

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good manners

13-

to raise some eyebrows

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to flinch

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to squirm

16-

to smirk

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to beam

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to sniff

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to snort

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to titter

courtesy

Sustantivo

Cerrar

Iniciar sesión

(amabilidad)

cortesía

a display of good manners and polite behavior toward other people

courteous

Adjetivo

eou

iə

(cortés)

educado

behaving with politeness and respect

discourteous

Adjetivo

ɜ:

eou

iə

descortés

having no manners or respect for others

courteous

offhand

Adverbio

sin pensarlo

In a dismissive or indifferent manner

Información Gramatical:

Adverbio Interrogativo

insolent

Adjetivo

insolente

showing a rude and disrespectful attitude or behavior

etiquette

Sustantivo

etiqueta

a set of conventional rules or formal manners, usually in the form of ethical code

to stand on ceremony

Frase

/stˈænd ˌɑːn sˈɛɹɪməni/

N/A

Idiom

to behave in an overly polite and formal manner

What is the origin of the idiom "stand on ceremony" and when to use it?

The idiom "stand on ceremony" is believed to have originated in the late 16th century. Its precise historical origin isn't well-documented, but it likely evolved from the idea that formal ceremonies and traditional rituals often involving specific rules and rituals. This phrase is often used to describe a person or group who insists on formalities or protocol even when it may not be required or is considered burdensome.

straitlaced

Adjetivo

eɪ

N/A

exaggeratedly proper

the done thing

Frase

/ðə dˈʌn θˈɪŋ/

N/A

Idiom

the socially accepted or expected behavior or action in a particular situation

What is the origin of the idiom "the done thing" and when to use it?

The idiom "the done thing" is often used to describe actions or behaviors that are considered appropriate or expected within a particular social or cultural context. The phrase is used to imply adherence to established norms or conventions, reflecting a sense of propriety or decorum.

netiquette

Sustantivo

(etiqueta en la Red)

netiqueta

the proper or ethical way of communicating over the Internet

What is "netiquette"?

Netiquette refers to the set of rules and guidelines for polite and respectful behavior when communicating online. It includes being considerate in emails, social media posts, and other digital platforms. Netiquette encourages clear communication, respect for others' opinions, and avoiding actions like spamming or using offensive language. Just as people follow social manners in face-to-face interactions, netiquette helps ensure that online communication remains civil, effective, and pleasant for everyone involved. It is important for maintaining positive relationships in the online community.

Información Gramatical:

manner

Sustantivo

(manera)

modo

the way a person acts or behaves toward others

good manners

Sustantivo

/ɡˈʊd mˈænɚz/

(buenos modales)

buenas maneras

polite and respectful behavior that shows consideration for others and follows social norms and customs

discourtesy

Información Gramatical:

Sustantivo Compuesto

to raise some eyebrows

Frase

/ɹˈeɪz sˌʌm ɔːɹ ɐ fjˈuː ɔːɹ mˈɛni ɔːɹ ˈaɪbɹaʊz/

siendo sorprendente

Idiom

Informal

to cause surprise, curiosity, or mild shock among people due to something unconventional, unexpected, or controversial

What is the origin of the idiom "raise eyebrows" and when to use it?

The idiom "raise eyebrows" is often used to imply that the action or statement is unconventional, unexpected, or unusual. The origin of this expression likely comes from the literal raising of one's eyebrows, which is a common physical reaction to surprise or curiosity.