English Expression · Intermediate
common decency
A basic level of politeness and courtesy that is expected of all people
Pronunciation: say common decency
Meaning
A basic level of politeness and courtesy that is expected of all people.
Example
That man didn't have a shred of common decency.
That man didn't have a shred of common decency.
Practice tips
- Practice common decency out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.