Friendliness Meaning in English
word
ˈfɹɛndɫinɪs/, /ˈfɹɛnɫinɪs
FREND-lee-niss
fɹˈɛndlinəs
frend-LEE-nuss
Definition
A kind and pleasant attitude towards others; acting in a warm, welcoming, or helpful way.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in positive and polite contexts. Common with words like 'show', 'genuine', and 'warm'. Not to be confused with 'friendship' (the relationship itself).
Spanish: amabilidad - cordialidadPortuguese (BR): simpatia - cordialidadePortuguese (PT): simpatia - cordialidadeChinese (Simplified): 友好 - 亲切Chinese (Traditional): 友善 - 親切Hindi: मित्रता - सौहार्दताArabic: ود ودية - لطفBengali: বন্ধুত্বপূর্ণতা - সদয়তাRussian: дружелюбие - приветливостьJapanese: 親しみやすさ - フレンドリーさVietnamese: sự thân thiệnKorean: 친절함 - 다정함Turkish: samimiyet - dostane tavırUrdu: خوش اخلاقی - دوستانہ رویہIndonesian: keramahan
Example Sentences
His friendliness made everyone feel welcome.
basic
I appreciate your friendliness.
basic
The friendliness of the staff made our stay enjoyable.
basic
You can always count on her friendliness, even on a tough day.
natural
Her friendliness is genuine, not just for show.
natural
What I like about this place is the sense of friendliness everywhere.
natural