What are pleasantries?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for a definition or an explanation of the term 'pleasantries,' which typically refers to polite conversations or remarks exchanged during social interactions.
Answer
Polite or amusing remarks made to be socially agreeable.
Pleasantries are polite or amusing remarks often made to be socially agreeable.
Answer for screen readers
Pleasantries are polite or amusing remarks often made to be socially agreeable.
More Information
They are often used to create a friendly atmosphere at the beginning of conversations, such as comments about the weather.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing pleasantries with more serious or deep conversation topics. Pleasantries are meant to be light and agreeable.
Sources
- Pleasantry Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster - merriam-webster.com
- PLEASANTRY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary - dictionary.cambridge.org
- PLEASANTRY | definition in American English - Collins Dictionary - collinsdictionary.com
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