Word
manners
Phoneticsman·ners, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈmænɝz/
UK/mˈænəz/
Definitions
01social etiquette
B1 · Intermediate Plural noun
n. the way you behave and the social rules you follow when you are with other people.
n. the prevailing social customs or rules of conduct in a society; etiquette.
“It is important to learn the local manners before visiting a new country.”
“The diplomat was praised for his impeccable manners, which allowed him to navigate the complex social hierarchies of the court with ease.”
02politeness
B1 · Intermediate Plural noun
n. polite ways of behaving that show respect for others.
n. polite or well-bred social behaviour; often used to imply 'good' manners specifically.
“It is bad manners to talk with your mouth full of food.”
“The children were reminded that having good manners involves more than just saying please and thank you; it requires genuine consideration for others.”
Usage
Always used in the plural form when referring to social politeness.
Pitfall
He has a good manner.
He has good manners.
When referring to politeness, the word is plural. 'A manner' refers to a specific way of doing something, not social etiquette.
Synonyms
Antonyms
03plural of manner
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. more than one way of doing something or more than one style.
n. the plural form of 'manner', referring to multiple methods, styles, or kinds.
“The artist experimented with all manners of painting during her career.”
“The report detailed all manners of technical failures that contributed to the eventual collapse of the bridge.”
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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