congenial — pleasant, friendly, and agreeable in nature; suitable to one's taste or inclination
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: pleasant, friendly, and agreeable in nature; suitable to one's taste or inclination
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈdʒiːniəl/
Korean meaning: 상냥한, 마음이 맞는, 기분 좋은
Korean pronunciation: 컨**지**니얼
Example Sentences
- The coffee shop had such a congenial atmosphere that strangers started chatting like old friends.
- My boss is so congenial that even firing someone feels like a friendly chat over tea.
- She found the small town surprisingly congenial after living in the busy city for years.
congenial
ADJECTIVE//kənˈdʒiːniəl//
pleasant, friendly, and agreeable in nature; suitable to one's taste or inclination
Pleasant, friendly connection between strangers
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Her genial welcome meets his cold denial.
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Origin
From Latin 'congenialis,' derived from 'con-' (together) and 'genialis' (relating to one's genius or nature). The word entered English in the 17th century, influenced by the Latin concept of shared temperament or compatible nature.
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“The coffee shop had such a congenial atmosphere that strangers started chatting like old friends.”
“My boss is so congenial that even firing someone feels like a friendly chat over tea.”
“She found the small town surprisingly congenial after living in the busy city for years.”
“The party was filled with congenial people who made everyone feel welcome, even the neighbor's grumpy cat.”
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