Polite

Correct, courteous, follows etiquette. Respectful.

Archetypes

2

✓ What to do

• • Use 'please' • Say thank you • Be courteous • Follow etiquette

✗ What to avoid

• • Don't be cold • Avoid formalism • Don't lose sincerity • Don't overdo etiquette

Example Phrases

"Thank you for your inquiry. We'd be happy to help."

email

"Please let us know if you need assistance."

customer_service

"We'd be delighted to see you again. Thank you for choosing us."

website

Application Contexts

customer_service

10/10

Professional support

email

9/10

Business correspondence

website

8/10

Formal pages

Brand Examples

Ritz-Carlton

Hospitality

Formal pages

Tiffany & Co.

Luxury

Formal pages

Singapore Airlines

Travel

Formal pages