Polite Expressions

adverb used to emphasize the speaker's belief that what is said is true or likely to happen

• Certainly, the data provided in the report is accurate and reliable.
• I can certainly help you with that assignment, no problem!
• I'll certainly catch you later for some drinks, dude.
• His smile certainly lit up the room, bringing joy to everyone present.

noun a word or phrase used to welcome or acknowledge someone

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• The formal greeting at the event was a handshake and a polite 'Good evening'.
• She greeted her friends with a warm hug and a cheerful 'Hey, how's it going?'
• The group of friends greeted each other with a fist bump and a casual 'Sup?'
• The sunrise greeted the sleepy town with its warm, golden rays, signaling the start of a new day.

adjective having or showing a friendly, generous, or considerate nature

adverb in a kind or generous manner

• Kindly be advised that the deadline for submission is approaching.
• Could you kindly pass me the salt, please?
• Hey, could you kindly hook me up with that info?
• Kindly open your mind to new possibilities.

noun a polite remark or gesture, especially one made in social situations

• During the meeting, they exchanged pleasantries before getting down to business.
• At the party, they greeted each other with pleasantries before grabbing a drink.
• I'm not in the mood for pleasantries, let's just get to the point.
• The pleasantries of small talk can sometimes mask deeper emotions.

adverb An adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In this case, 'à bientôt' functions as an adverb meaning 'see you soon.'

• Je vous remercie pour votre temps. À bientôt.
• On se voit demain à la réunion. À bientôt!
• Allez, à bientôt mec!
• Le soleil se couche déjà. À bientôt, journée.