poli
polite, well-mannered
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/pɔ.li/
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Cultural Note
Politeness is deeply embedded in French culture. Forgetting to say 'Bonjour' when entering a shop is considered quite rude. Being 'poli' is not optional — it is a baseline social expectation in France.
📝 Example Sentences
C'est un enfant très poli.
He is a very polite child.
Il faut rester poli en toutes circonstances.
One must remain polite in all circumstances.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | polie |
| masculine | poli |
| feminine_plural | polies |
| masculine_plural | polis |