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gentle in German

gentle in German is liebenswürdig, sanft, einfühlsam — gentle means kind, mild, and careful, especially in dealing with others.

gentle in German

liebenswürdig
adj
Tender and amiable; of a considerate or kindly disposition.
sanft
adj
Soft and mild rather than hard or severe.
einfühlsam
adj
Soft and mild rather than hard or severe.
sanftmütig
adj
Soft and mild rather than hard or severe.
einfühlsam
adj
Docile and easily managed.
gemächlich
adj
Gradual rather than steep or sudden.
sachte
adj
Gradual rather than steep or sudden.
freundlich
adj
Polite and respectful rather than rude.
liebenswürdig
adj
Polite and respectful rather than rude.

What does "gentle" mean?

  1. adj Kind, mild, and careful, especially in dealing with others.
    "She spoke in a gentle voice to calm the frightened dog."
  2. adj Not harsh, forceful, or severe; mild.
    "A gentle breeze drifted through the open window."
  3. adj Rising or falling gradually rather than steeply.
    "The trail follows a gentle slope up the hill."
  4. verb To calm, soothe, or tame.
    "The trainer worked to gentle the nervous horse."

gentle in a sentence

  • She spoke in a gentle voice to calm the frightened dog.
  • Be gentle with the puppy, it's still very young.
  • A gentle breeze drifted through the open window.
  • The trail follows a gentle slope up the hill.

Similar words in German

Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "gentle" in German?

"gentle" in German is liebenswürdig, sanft, einfühlsam. gentle means: Kind, mild, and careful, especially in dealing with others.

How do you use "gentle" in a sentence?

Example: "She spoke in a gentle voice to calm the frightened dog." In German, "gentle" is liebenswürdig, sanft, einfühlsam.

Are there other ways to say "gentle" in German?

Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "gentle": liebenswürdig, sanft, einfühlsam, sanftmütig, gemächlich, sachte.

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