genteel

🇺🇸 /dʒenˈtiːl/ 🇬🇧 /dʒenˈtiːl/
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adjective
R

having or showing refined manners or tastes, often associated with a higher social class

She was a genteel woman who always dressed elegantly and spoke softly.

她是一个有教养的女士,总是穿着优雅,说话轻声细语。

R

having a refined and old-fashioned quality, possibly a bit dull

The genteel old couple enjoyed their afternoon tea in the garden.

这对有教养的老夫妇在花园里享受他们的下午茶。

translation

adj. 文雅的, 古雅的