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lieflijk — meaning in English

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English meaning

gentle adj Kind, mild, and careful, especially in dealing with others.
lovely adj Beautiful or pleasing; delightful.

Senses

lieflijk is used for these senses in English:

gentle Tender and amiable; of a considerate or kindly disposition.
lovely Delightful for beauty, harmony, or grace.

gentle — full definition

adj Kind, mild, and careful, especially in dealing with others.
adj Not harsh, forceful, or severe; mild.
adj Rising or falling gradually rather than steeply.
verb To calm, soothe, or tame.

lovely — full definition

adj Beautiful or pleasing; delightful.
noun British informal: an attractive person.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Dutch words

geleidelijk beminnelijk liefelijk heerlijk zalig (teer)geliefd lievenswaardig liefje lieverd oogappel schat