How is the word Höflichkeitsform translated from German to English

English translation
polite form
noun

Sprachform mit „Sie“, die man mit Fremden und im Beruf benutzt.

The form of speech with "Sie" used with strangers and at work.

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  • Mit dem Chef spricht man in der Höflichkeitsform. — You speak to the boss using the polite form.

  • Die Höflichkeitsform ist im Deutschen „Sie“. — In German the polite form is "Sie".

  • Im Brief an das Amt benutzt man die Höflichkeitsform. — In a letter to the authorities you use the polite form.

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