B2adjectiverelationshipsenvironment
US/ˈfrend.li/
UK/ˈfrend.li/
kind and pleasant to others; also not harmful to something, such as the environment
In context
The people in Hue were so friendly that we felt at home immediately.
Our café uses environmentally friendly straws made from grass.
The new app is very user-friendly, even for my grandparents.
Words that go with friendly
adjective + preposition
- friendly toThe staff were very friendly to us.
- friendly withShe became friendly with her new neighbors.
adverb + adjective
- environmentally friendlyElectric buses are more environmentally friendly.
noun + noun
- user-friendlyThe website is clean and user-friendly.
adjective + noun
- friendly atmosphereThe small hotel has a friendly atmosphere.
- friendly matchVietnam played a friendly match against Thailand.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She smiled at me friendly.Correct: She smiled at me in a friendly way.