freundlich
Translation
friendly, kind, pleasant
Examples
Er hat ein freundliches Lächeln.
He has a friendly smile.
Sie war immer sehr freundlich zu mir.
She was always very friendly to me.
Das ist ein freundliches Angebot.
That is a kind offer.
Grammar Patterns
to be friendly ((to sb.)) She is always friendly to the neighbors.
a friendly person He is a very friendly person.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nett (nice), sympathisch (likeable); Antonyms: unfreundlich (unfriendly)
Etymology
From 'Freund' (friend) + '-lich' (adjective suffix, like '-ly' or '-like'). Literally 'friend-like'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who acts 'like a friend' (Freund).