(れいぎ)

れいぎ
noun
manners, etiquette
1. manners, etiquette, courtesy
The social rules and customs that govern polite behavior; proper conduct in social situations.
礼儀(れいぎ)(ただ)しい(ひと)だ。
They are a person with good manners.
礼儀正しい = polite, well-mannered
子供(こども)礼儀(れいぎ)(おし)える。
To teach children manners.
目上(めうえ)(ひと)(たい)しては礼儀(れいぎ)(まも)らなければならない。
You must observe proper etiquette toward your superiors.
礼儀を守る = to observe proper etiquette

USAGE: 礼儀(れいぎ) refers to the established norms of polite behavior in society. It encompasses both formal manners and everyday courtesy.

COMMON PATTERNS:

  • 礼儀(れいぎ)(ただ)しい (polite, well-mannered)
  • 礼儀(れいぎ)(まも)る (to observe proper etiquette)
  • 礼儀(れいぎ)()らない (to have no manners)
  • 礼儀(れいぎ)作法(さほう) (etiquette and manners)

CONTRAST:

  • 行儀(ぎょうぎ) - refers more to behavior/conduct, especially of children
  • 礼儀(れいぎ) - broader concept of social courtesy and respect