Friendly



Example: The staff is friendly and helps customers

Definition


"Friendly" describes a behavior or attitude that is kind, pleasant, and supportive, often showing goodwill towards others. For example, a friendly person is approachable and willing to help, creating a warm and welcoming environment.

Etymology


The word "friendly" originates from the Old English word 'freond,' meaning 'friend,' combined with the suffix '-ly,' which forms adjectives. It evolved to describe someone possessing the qualities of a friend. Did you know? The root 'freond' also relates to the word 'free,' reflecting the idea of generosity and goodwill.

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"Friendly" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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