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soften in Dutch

soften in Dutch is verzachten — soften means to make something soft or softer, or to become soft.

soften in Dutch

verzachten
verb
(transitive) To make something soft or softer.

What does "soften" mean?

  1. verb To make something soft or softer, or to become soft.
    "Let the butter soften at room temperature before mixing."
  2. verb To make something less harsh, severe, or intense.
    "He tried to soften the blow by explaining his reasons first."
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soften in a sentence

  • Let the butter soften at room temperature before mixing.
  • Her expression softened when she saw the puppy.
  • He tried to soften the blow by explaining his reasons first.

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What is "soften" in Dutch?

"soften" in Dutch is verzachten. soften means: To make something soft or softer, or to become soft.

How do you use "soften" in a sentence?

Example: "Let the butter soften at room temperature before mixing." In Dutch, "soften" is verzachten.

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