Manner
Noun
UK
/ˈmæn.ər/
US
/ˈmæn.ɚ/
Definition
The way something is done, or a person’s behaviour.
Example
"She speaks in a calm manner."
"Good manners, such as being kind and respectful, help people get along well with others."
"His manner of explaining things is simple and clear, so everyone understands him easily."
Explanation
Manner means the way something is done. For example, he spoke in a friendly manner, meaning he spoke kindly. It can also mean a person’s behaviour, like good manners include saying please and thank you. This word shows style, behaviour, or method. We can say someone has a polite manner (polite behaviour) or a slow manner of working (slow way of working).