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lightly in French

lightly in French is légèrement — lightly means in a gentle or delicate manner; with little force or weight.

lightly in French

légèrement
adv
In a light manner.

What does "lightly" mean?

  1. adv In a gentle or delicate manner; with little force or weight.
    "She touched his shoulder lightly to get his attention."
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lightly in a sentence

  • She touched his shoulder lightly to get his attention.
  • Season the fish lightly with salt and pepper.

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What is "lightly" in French?

"lightly" in French is légèrement. lightly means: In a gentle or delicate manner; with little force or weight.

How do you use "lightly" in a sentence?

Example: "She touched his shoulder lightly to get his attention." In French, "lightly" is légèrement.

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