genial
gb/d͡ʒˈinjəl/ us/d͡ʒˈinjəl/
B2
English
~ 6300
barátságos, szívélyes, enyhe, kellemes, befogadó, álltáji, állcsúcsi
B2
1
barátságos
A2
szívélyes
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone] is genial; a genial [person/smile/manner]
Her genial manner put all the new employees at ease within minutes.
Barátságos modora perceken belül feloldotta az összes új alkalmazott feszültségét.
He greeted us with a genial smile and a firm handshake.
Szívélyes mosollyal és határozott kézfogással üdvözölt minket.
Despite his high position, the professor was remarkably genial and easy to talk to.
The talk-show host is known for his genial style and quick laugh.
They remembered him as a genial old man who always had time to chat.
Learner examples
Our new boss is very genial and easy to talk to.
Az új főnökünk nagyon barátságos, és könnyű vele beszélgetni.
The waiter was so genial that we left a big tip.
A pincér annyira szívélyes volt, hogy nagy borravalót hagytunk.
Her genial smile made me feel welcome right away.
He is a genial man who likes to help other people.
The guide was genial and answered all of our questions.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'genial' with the Spanish word 'genial', which often means 'great' or 'awesome'. In English, 'genial' usually describes a person or manner that is warmly friendly and cheerful, not something simply 'excellent'. It can also be confused in spelling with 'genital', which is completely unrelated and refers to sexual organs.
Meaning
Warmly friendly and cheerful
Collocations
genial host
|genial manner
|genial smile
|genial personality
|genial fellow
|genial disposition
Synonyms
friendly (Most general; does not always suggest the same warm, easy charm as 'genial'.)
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amiable (Stresses pleasantness and likability; a bit more formal than 'genial'.)
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affable (Suggests being easy to talk to; slightly more formal than 'genial'.)
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warm (Emphasizes emotional warmth; less about outward cheerfulness than 'genial'.)
Antonyms
cold (Describes a person who seems emotionally distant or unfriendly.)
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hostile (Suggests active unfriendliness, the opposite social feeling of 'genial'.)
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aloof (Emphasizes being distant and not open, the opposite of approachable 'genial' behavior.)
Themes
emotions
|character
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Very friendly and happy in a way that makes other people feel relaxed and comfortable.
Friendly, cheerful, and pleasantly warm in manner, making others feel at ease.
C1
2
Usage pattern:
genial [weather/climate/air/sunshine]
We enjoyed several days of genial weather along the coast.
Több napon át élveztük a kellemes, enyhe időt a part mentén.
The island is famous for its genial climate all year round.
A sziget egész évben enyhe, kellemes éghajlatáról híres.
Under the genial sunshine, the crowd relaxed on the grass.
A genial spring breeze drifted through the open windows.
The conference took place in a city with a particularly genial winter climate.
Learner examples
We walked for hours in the genial evening air.
Órákig sétáltunk a kellemes, enyhe esti levegőben.
The town has a genial climate, even in winter.
A város éghajlata még télen is enyhe és kellemes.
It was a genial spring day, and the park was full.
Genial sunshine came in through the window.
After the storm, the weather turned genial and calm.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use 'genial' to describe very strong heat (e.g., 'genial desert heat'). 'Genial' suggests gentle, comfortable warmth, not extreme temperatures.
Meaning
Mild, pleasantly warm weather
Collocations
genial weather
|genial climate
|genial sunshine
|genial spring day
|genial temperatures
Synonyms
mild (Focuses on not being too hot or too cold; less positive in feeling than 'genial'.)
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pleasant (General positive word; lacks the specific hint of gentle warmth found in 'genial'.)
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balmy (Suggests soothing, soft warmth; can sound a bit more poetic than 'genial'.)
Antonyms
harsh (Describes severe, uncomfortable weather, the opposite of 'genial' conditions.)
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bleak (Suggests cold, empty, and unpleasant weather or surroundings.)
Themes
nature
|travel
|weather
Definition
Warm but not hot, and very pleasant, especially about weather or air.
Describing weather or air that is gently warm and pleasant.
C1
FORMAL
3
barátságos
A2
befogadó
B2
Usage pattern:
a genial [atmosphere/setting/environment/company]
The workshop took place in a genial atmosphere that encouraged open discussion.
A workshop barátságos légkörben zajlott, ami nyílt beszélgetésre ösztönözte a résztvevőket.
They chose a small, genial setting for the negotiations.
Egy kicsi, barátságos helyszínt választottak a tárgyalásokhoz.
Her kindness created a genial environment in which the team could experiment and fail safely.
The restaurant has a genial, relaxed atmosphere that keeps customers coming back.
Despite the serious topic, the meeting remained genial and constructive.
Learner examples
The teacher tried to make a genial atmosphere in the class.
A tanár igyekezett barátságos légkört teremteni az osztályban.
We met in a small, genial room for the talk.
Egy kicsi, barátságos teremben találkoztunk a megbeszélésre.
The café has a genial feeling, so people like to stay there.
A genial environment helps students speak more in class.
The party was genial, and everyone talked easily.
Common mistake:
Learners may use 'genial' only for people and forget it can also describe the atmosphere of a place or event. When talking about the overall feeling of a room or meeting, 'genial atmosphere' or 'genial environment' is more natural than 'genial people' if you mean the general mood.
Meaning
Pleasantly welcoming atmosphere or setting
Collocations
genial atmosphere
|genial environment
|genial setting
|genial company
|genial surroundings
Synonyms
welcoming (Focuses on making people feel accepted; slightly less formal than 'genial'.)
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hospitable (Often used for hosts or places that are very friendly to guests; can overlap with 'genial'.)
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conducive (More technical/formal; stresses helping something happen, not necessarily warmth like 'genial'.)
Antonyms
hostile (Describes an atmosphere where people feel unwelcome or threatened.)
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intimidating (Suggests an atmosphere that makes people feel nervous or afraid to speak or act.)
Themes
work
|education
|social
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Describing a place, meeting, or situation that feels friendly, relaxed, and good for people to talk or work together.
Describing an environment, situation, or group as pleasantly friendly and encouraging to comfort or success.
C2
TECHNICAL
4
Usage pattern:
genial [tubercles/spines/muscles/artery]
The surgeon noted a fracture extending to the superior genial tubercles of the mandible.
A sebész megállapította, hogy a törés az alsó állcsont felső állcsúcsi gumóiig terjed.
Several muscles attach to the genial spines on the inner surface of the lower jaw.
Több izom is az alsó állkapocs belső felszínén lévő állcsúcsi tövisekhez tapad.
The radiograph showed calcification near the genial region of the mandible.
Learner examples
In anatomy class, we learned that some small bumps on the inside of the jaw are called genial tubercles.
Anatómiaórán megtanultuk, hogy az állkapocs belső oldalán lévő kis kiemelkedéseket állcsúcsi gumóknak nevezik.
The genial muscles are connected to the front part of the lower jaw.
Az állcsúcsi izmok az alsó állkapocs elülső részéhez kapcsolódnak.
The doctor pointed to the genial area on the X‑ray image of the chin.
Meaning
Relating to the chin (anatomy)
Collocations
genial tubercles
|genial spines
|genial muscles
|genial region
Synonyms
mental (The usual anatomical term for structures related to the chin; 'genial' is less common and more specialized.)
Themes
science
|medicine
|body
|health
Definition
In medical or biology language, describing something that is on or near the chin.
In anatomy, located on, of, or relating to the chin.
Grammar
Dictionary form
genial
IPA
GB/d͡ʒˈinjəl/
US/d͡ʒˈinjəl/
Syllables & stress
gen - i - al (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (gen)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: genial
Word family
Core family
genially
adverb
geniality
noun
Related words
congenial
adjective B2
congeniality
noun
Negative and opposite forms
uncongenial
adjective
Expressions
genial climate
1/d͡ʒˈinjəl klˈaɪmɪt/
fixed phrase
Mild, comfortable climate
Weather in a place that is warm but not too hot, and very pleasant for most of the year.
Examples
- Retirees are attracted by the town's genial climate and low cost of living.
- Thanks to its genial climate, the region produces fruit all year round.
genial host
2/d͡ʒˈinjəl hˈoʊst/
fixed phrase
Very friendly, welcoming host
A person who receives guests in a very friendly, warm, and cheerful way.
Examples
- She proved to be a genial host, making sure everyone had food and someone to talk to.
- Their uncle was such a genial host that visitors never wanted to leave.
genial smile
3/d͡ʒˈinjəl smˈaɪl/
fixed phrase
Warm, friendly smile
A smile that looks very kind, warm, and friendly.
Examples
- He greeted the audience with a genial smile before beginning his speech.
- Her genial smile instantly eased my nervousness.