deferente

deferente
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. deferential
Los empleados mantenían una actitud muy deferente, casi temerosa, con el jefe.The employees had a very deferential, almost fearful, attitude toward the boss.
b. respectful
Es una persona muy educada, siempre muy deferente.He's a very polite person, always very respectful.
c.
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
no direct translation
Todo el mundo merece un trato deferente, cualquiera que sea su posición social.Everyone deserves to be treated respectfully, regardless of their social position.
No tenemos ninguna queja. En todo momento recibimos un trato deferente.We don't have any complaints. We were treated with respect at all times.
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