B1nounrelationshipsemotions
US/ˈfrend.li.nəs/
UK/ˈfrend.li.nəs/
the quality of being kind and pleasant to other people
In context
The friendliness of the hotel staff made us feel at home.
She greeted every customer with warmth and friendliness.
Tourists often mention the friendliness of local people in their reviews.
Words that go with friendliness
adjective + noun
- genuine friendlinessThere was genuine friendliness in his voice.
noun + noun
- warmth and friendlinessThe village is known for its warmth and friendliness.
- customer friendlinessThe hotel is proud of its customer friendliness.
noun + preposition
- the friendliness ofI was surprised by the friendliness of the neighbors.
- friendliness toHis friendliness to strangers is rare in a big city.
verb + noun
- show friendlinessSmiling is an easy way to show friendliness.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The people there are very friendliness.Correct: The people there are very friendly.