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The word "礼貌" is formed by combining the character "礼", which denotes ritual or social propriety, with "貌", which refers to outward appearance or demeanor; this combination yields the meaning of politeness, encapsulating the concept of expressing respect through appropriate behavior and conduct.

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这个孩子很有礼貌

Zhège háizi hěn yǒu lǐmào.

This child is very polite.

礼貌地说话很重要。

Lǐmào de shuōhuà hěn zhòngyào.

Speaking politely is important.

他不仅学习好,而且很有礼貌

Tā bùjǐn xuéxí hǎo, érqiě hěn yǒu lǐmào.

He not only studies well, but also is very polite.

因为父母教育得好,所以孩子们都很有礼貌

Yīnwèi fùmǔ jiàoyù de hǎo, suǒyǐ háizimen dōu hěn yǒu lǐmào.

Because the parents educate well, so the children are all very polite.

在公共场合保持礼貌是每个人应尽的社会责任。

Zài gōnggòng chǎnghé bǎochí lǐmào shì měi gè rén yīng jìn de shèhuì zérèn.

Maintaining politeness in public places is every person's social responsibility.

Word Definition - 礼貌

lǐ mào courtesy; politeness; manners; courteous; polite

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