VocabJLPT N2
manners
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. manners
  2. 2. etiquette
  3. 3. Manners
A loanword referring to manners or etiquette, the socially accepted rules of polite behavior. It is frequently used in contexts like table manners or public conduct, and phrases like マナーを守る mean "to follow proper etiquette."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

It is a matter of manners not to have side conversations in front of customers.

Sentence 2

I kind of think keeping a respectful distance is just part of being a mature adult.

Sentence 3

Keeping quiet in a residential area early in the morning is just common courtesy, right?

Sentence 4

My grandmother taught me that leaving food on your plate is bad manners.

Sentence 5

Who in the world thinks it's acceptable to shout at a venue?