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inviting

inviting

Meaning of inviting

welcoming feeling

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British English/ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/
American English/ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/
Russian transcription[rɐspəlɐˈɡajʊɕːɪj]
inviting
inviting - располагающий
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inviting with Russian translation

inviting usage examples

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

В кафе был располагающий уголок с мягкими креслами.

The café had an inviting corner with soft chairs.

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

Ковер и подушки делают прихожую более располагающей для гостей.

A rug and cushions make the hall more inviting for guests.

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inviting belongs to the topic "Interior and Decor". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

invitingрасполагающий
messбеспорядок
dustпыль
stainпятно
trashмусор
toolинструмент
sinkраковина

inviting synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between inviting / friendly / warm / pleasant / cozy / appealing

🇬🇧English
inviting

Neutral term for a place or atmosphere that makes people feel welcome or inclined to enter/stay.

B2Often

The cafe had an inviting atmosphere with warm lights and comfy chairs.

В кафе была располагающая атмосфера с тёплым светом и удобными креслами.

🇬🇧English

Indicates warmth and approachable behaviour; commonly used for people or service.

B1Very Often

The receptionist was friendly and made the room feel inviting.

Рецепционист был дружелюбен и делал комнату располагающей.

🇬🇧English

Can mean physically warm or emotionally warm and welcoming; context decides sense.

B1Very Often

The warm lighting made the lounge look inviting.

Тёплое освещение делало лаунж располагающим.

🇬🇧English

General positive descriptor for something that gives a good, comfortable feeling.

B1Very Often

It was a pleasant room with soft colours and plants.

Это была приятная комната с мягкими цветами и растениями.

🇬🇧English

Focuses on physical comfort and snugness; more about warmth and intimate scale.

B2Often

They sat in a cozy corner by the fireplace.

Они сели в уютном уголке у камина.

A
🇬🇧English
appealing

Stresses attractiveness or interest (visual or conceptual) rather than hospitality.

B2Often

The new showroom looked appealing with its minimalist layout.

Новый шоу-рум выглядел привлекательно благодаря минималистичной планировке.

H
🇬🇧English
hospitable

More formal; refers to the quality of hosting guests kindly and generously.

C1Rarely

The hosts were very hospitable, offering food and a spare room.

Хозяева были очень гостеприимны, предложили еду и свободную комнату.

🇬🇧English

Connotes visual or general appeal; less about hospitality, more about looks or charm.

B2Very Often

The house's exterior was attractive and well-maintained.

Фасад дома был привлекательным и хорошо ухоженным.

C
🇬🇧English
congenial

Formal; implies suitability and pleasantness often in company or shared tastes.

C1Rarely

They found the town congenial and easy to settle in.

Они сочли город благоприятным для проживания и легко обосновались.

H
🇬🇧English
homey

Informal; suggests a space feels like home — comfortable, lived-in, informal.

B2Rarely

The small bistro had a homey feel with mismatched chairs and family photos.

У небольшого бистро была домашняя атмосфера с разными стульями и семейными фотографиями.

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inviting translation: располагающий. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce inviting

/ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/

inviting translation

располагающий

inviting examples

The café had an inviting corner with soft chairs.

inviting transcription

/ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/, /ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/

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Questions about this word

inviting meaning: what does it mean?

welcoming feeling

inviting pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

inviting is pronounced as /ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

inviting definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

The café had an inviting corner with soft chairs. Translation: В кафе был располагающий уголок с мягкими креслами.

Is inviting part of Interior and Decor vocabulary?

Yes, inviting (располагающий) can be learned in the Interior and Decor topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is inviting part of Home and Household vocabulary?

Yes, inviting (располагающий) can be learned in the Home and Household topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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