pleasantries

Meanings

• Noun

  Acts or words intended to make someone feel happy or comfortable.

  - "She always greets her guests with pleasantries."
  - "The pleasantries between the two friends lasted for hours."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pleasantries
sweeties , teasies , easies , pleasies

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Variants

List of all variants of pleasantries that leads to same result
pleasantries , pleasantry

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Etymology

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From the French word 'pleasanter', meaning 'to please'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that in some cultures, it's customary to remove your shoes before entering a home as a sign of politeness and respect? This is a form of pleasantries.

2. In Japan, the art of tea ceremony is an elaborate form of pleasantries, emphasizing harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

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Related Concepts

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1. Politeness: Pleasantries are a form of politeness and can help build positive relationships.

2. Small talk: Pleasantries can also refer to casual conversations, often referred to as small talk.

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Culture

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In various cultures, pleasantries are considered essential in social interactions and can include gestures like a bow or a handshake, as well as verbal greetings and compliments.

How to Memorize "pleasantries"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a warm and welcoming atmosphere where people exchange friendly greetings and gestures.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pleasantries' with the feeling of happiness and comfort.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Pleases and Greets' to help memorize the word.

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