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freundliche Worte
/ˈfʁɔɪ̯ntlɪçə ˈvɔʁtə/
kind words
Sie sprach freundliche Worte zu allen Gästen.
She spoke kind words to all the guests.
formalinformal
Words that are polite, friendly, and encouraging; expressions of kindness or goodwill.
Seine freundlichen Worte beruhigten die angespannte Atmosphäre.
His kind words calmed the tense atmosphere.
Sie schrieb ihm einen Brief mit freundlichen Worten.
She wrote him a letter with kind words.
This phrase is commonly used to describe polite or encouraging speech in both formal and informal settings.
Collocations
freundliche Worte findento find kind wordsfreundliche Worte sagento say kind words
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage in Formal Settings
In formal settings, 'freundliche Worte' can be used to soften criticism or express appreciation.
Gold Rule
Politeness
Always use 'freundliche Worte' to maintain a polite and respectful tone in communication.
Word Origin
Derived from 'freundlich' (friendly) and 'Worte' (words), emphasizing the polite or encouraging nature of speech.
Usage Notes
This phrase is versatile and can be used in various contexts, from casual conversations to formal speeches, to convey kindness or goodwill.
Word Breakdown
freundlich
friendly, kind
adjectiveWorte
words
nounDeutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch