Kilo Lingo

/ˈmænə/

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Translation

The way that someone does something or behaves.

Word origin

From Old French maniere, from Latin manus, a hand, so the way you handle something.

Origin
Old French
Root
maniere
English cognates
manual, manage

Grammar

Gender
Pluralmanners

Examples

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"In a friendly manner" means in a friendly way.

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"Manner" tells you how the work is done.

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"Manners" in the plural means polite behaviour.

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This word is part of lesson 39.