poli

poli
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. polite
Maëlle est toujours polie avec les invités, même quand elle est fatiguée.Maëlle is always polite to the guests, even when she's tired.
b. courteous
Le vendeur était très poli avec tous les clients.The salesperson was very courteous with all the customers.
a. polished
Ce tableau est si bien fait qu'il semble poli comme un miroir.This painting is so well done that it looks polished like a mirror.
b. smooth
Le marbre de la table était poli et brillant.The marble of the table was smooth and shiny.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
a. shine
Aïcha admire le poli des vieux meubles dans le musée.Aïcha admires the shine of the old pieces of furniture in the museum.
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