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nezaket

Nezaket, also transliterated nezaket or nazakat in some languages, is a term used in Turkish, Persian, and related languages to denote politeness, courtesy, refinement, or civility in behavior. The word is of Persian origin (nezâkat) and was adopted into Turkish with the same sense; in South Asian languages the cognate nazakat is used with similar meanings.

Usage and meaning: Nezaket encompasses gentle, respectful speech; considerate conduct in social interactions; hospitality; and adherence

Cultural contexts: In Turkish culture, nezaket is linked to polite address, refined manners, and tactful communication

See also: Etiquette, civility, politeness, tact, manners, refinement.

to
social
norms
of
etiquette.
It
denotes
a
balance
of
dignity
and
kindness,
avoiding
rudeness
or
brusqueness
while
maintaining
sincerity.
It
may
apply
to
personal
demeanor,
clothing,
and
how
one
interacts
with
elders,
guests,
or
strangers.
in
daily
life
and
formal
settings.
In
Persian
literary
and
cultural
traditions,
nezâkat
is
associated
with
elegance
of
character,
eloquent
speech,
and
refined
aesthetics,
and
it
appears
in
classical
poetry
and
courtly
instruction.
In
the
Indian
subcontinent,
the
cognate
nazakat
appears
in
Urdu
poetry
and
etiquette
discourse,
where
it
describes
delicacy
of
temperament
and
courtesy
in
manners.