1. having good manners and showing consideration for others
有禮貌的，彬彬有禮的
He is always very polite to his elders.
他對長輩總是非常有禮貌。
It's polite to say 'please' and 'thank you'.
說『請』和『謝謝』是有禮貌的表現。
She gave a polite smile to the stranger.
她對陌生人禮貌地微笑了一下。
Polite Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
polite
adjective
快速理解
What does "Polite" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Polite"?
形容行為或言語尊重他人、符合社會禮節的。
- 1
有禮貌的
EN: showing good manners and respect for others
翻譯: 表現出良好的禮儀並尊重他人
- 2
客氣的
EN: behaving in a way that is socially correct and not rude
翻譯: 行為舉止符合社會規範，不粗魯
- 3
文雅的
EN: cultured and refined in manner
翻譯: 舉止有教養且優雅
- 4
出於禮節的
EN: done out of courtesy rather than genuine feeling
翻譯: 出於禮貌而非真實情感所做的
小提醒：注意 'polite' 與 'friendly' 的區別。'Polite' 強調遵守禮節，可能只是表面客套；'friendly' 則表示親切友善，是發自內心的。
發音（How to Pronounce "Polite" in English）
How to pronounce "Polite" in English?"Polite" US vs UK pronunciation
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Real-life Examples of "Polite" from YouTube Videos
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“Please take your money back". >> No, no, I'd keep it, but I'd be very polite to the bank.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Polite"?How does "Polite" change by context?
2. socially correct and not rude
得體的，合乎禮節的
They made polite conversation about the weather.
他們進行了關於天氣的得體交談。
It's not polite to interrupt someone when they are speaking.
在別人說話時打斷是不禮貌的。
He sent a polite refusal to the invitation.
他發了一封措辭得體的拒絕信回覆邀請。
3. formal and respectful, often in a way that is not completely sincere
客套的，禮節性的（常指不完全真誠的）
She was just being polite when she said she liked my cooking.
她說喜歡我的廚藝只是客套話。
There was a polite round of applause after the speech.
演講結束後響起了一陣禮節性的掌聲。
He showed a polite interest in her story.
他對她的故事表現出禮貌性的興趣。
4. refined or cultured in behavior or speech
文雅的，有教養的
The novel is set in polite society in 19th century London.
這部小說以19世紀倫敦的上流社會為背景。
He uses very polite language in his correspondence.
他在書信中使用非常文雅的語言。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Polite"?How to make natural sentences with "Polite"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| polite + to + person | 對（某人）有禮貌 | He was very polite to the guests. (他對客人非常有禮貌。) |
| polite + noun | 有禮貌的（名詞） | She gave a polite smile. (她露出一個禮貌的微笑。) |
| polite + about + topic/issue | 對（話題/問題）態度客氣 | They were polite about the disagreement. (他們對這次意見分歧態度很客氣。) |
| It is polite + to-infinitive | 做…是有禮貌的 | It is polite to say "thank you." (說「謝謝」是有禮貌的。) |
| polite + in + manner/behavior | 在（方式/行為上）有禮貌 | He is always polite in his emails. (他在寫電子郵件時總是很禮貌。) |
用法說明
How is "Polite" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Polite"?
polite doing vs polite to do
- polite doing 通常用於描述一個行為本身是禮貌的，強調該行為的性質。
- polite to do 則用於說明在特定情境下，做某事是禮貌的，強調在該情境中採取行動的恰當性。
- 在給建議或指出一般禮儀時，常用 It is polite to + V 的句型。
- 當修飾一個名詞（行為）時，則使用 polite + V-ing 的形式。 EN: It is polite to knock before entering. 翻譯: 進入前先敲門是禮貌的。
EN:Knocking before entering is polite behavior.
翻譯:進入前先敲門是禮貌的行為。
EN:She made a polite offer to help with the dishes.
翻譯:她禮貌地主動提出幫忙洗碗。
EN:It was polite of her to offer help.
翻譯:她主動提出幫忙，真是很有禮貌。
總結建議
一般來說，給建議或說明在特定情況下該怎麼做才禮貌時，使用 It is polite to + V 的結構最為常見且自然。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Polite" and similar words?How to choose "Polite" vs alternatives?
polite vs courteous
polite 指遵守基本社交禮儀，courteous 則更強調體貼周到、尊重他人的主動行為。
polite vs respectful
polite 側重行為舉止符合禮節，respectful 則強調內心對他人的敬意與尊崇。
polite vs civil
polite 是積極、正面的禮貌，civil 則常指在緊張或對立情況下保持的最低限度禮節。
口語用法
How is "Polite" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Polite"?
引述
在轉述他人話語或想法時，常用來緩和語氣，表示這並非自己的直接評價。 EN: She was just trying to be polite, you know? 翻譯: 她只是試著表現得有禮貌而已，你懂吧？
EN:I said it would be polite to call first.
翻譯:我說過，先打個電話會比較禮貌。
語氣強調
與副詞連用，以強調禮貌的程度或表達諷刺。 EN: He was almost too polite about it. 翻譯: 他對那件事的態度簡直禮貌過頭了。
EN:That's a very polite way of putting it.
翻譯:你這說法可真「婉轉」啊。（帶有輕微諷刺）
停頓填充
在句子中作為短暫停頓的填充詞，用以組織思緒或緩和接下來要說的內容。 EN: It's, polite, I guess, but feels a bit cold. 翻譯: 這樣是，有禮貌啦，但我覺得有點冷淡。
EN:To be polite... I should probably thank him.
翻譯:出於禮貌……我大概應該謝謝他。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，應避免將 "polite" 用作填充詞或與 "just"、"you know" 等口語詞連用，以保持文體的嚴謹性。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Polite"?What fixed phrases with "Polite" should I remember?
be polite
be polite (to somebody)
有禮貌（對某人）
polite conversation
polite conversation
禮貌性的交談；客套話
polite request
polite request
禮貌的請求
polite smile
polite smile
禮貌性的微笑
polite refusal
polite refusal
婉拒
polite society
polite society
上流社會；注重禮儀的社交圈
polite fictions
polite fictions
禮貌性的假裝；彼此心照不宣的虛構說法
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Polite"?Which "Polite" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×He is a polite.
✓He is polite.
"Polite" is an adjective, not a noun. Do not use an article (a/an) directly before it when it's used as a predicate adjective.
×It was polite of you for helping me.
✓It was polite of you to help me.
The correct pattern is "It is/was polite of someone to do something." Use the infinitive (to + verb), not a preposition (for) + gerund.
×He has a polite behavior.
✓He has polite behavior. / His behavior is polite.
The noun "behavior" is usually uncountable and does not take an indefinite article (a/an). Use "polite" directly before it, or rephrase the sentence.
×She asked polite for the bill.
✓She asked politely for the bill.
Use the adverb "politely" to modify a verb (e.g., ask, speak, refuse). Use the adjective "polite" to describe a noun (e.g., a polite request, a polite person).
×You should be polite with your teacher.
✓You should be polite to your teacher.
The standard preposition used with "polite" is "to" when referring to how one treats a person. "With" is less common and can sound unnatural in this context.
×He is very much polite.
✓He is very polite.
To intensify the adjective "polite," use "very," "extremely," or "really." "Very much" is typically used to modify verbs, not adjectives.
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Polite"?What are tense/participle forms of "Polite"?
politer(comparative)politest(superlative)more polite(comparative)most polite(superlative)