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soften in German

soften in German is aufweichen, weichen — soften means to make something soft or softer, or to become soft.

soften in German

aufweichen
verb
weichen
verb

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."

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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Frequently asked questions

What is "soften" in German?

"soften" in German is aufweichen, weichen. 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 German, "soften" is aufweichen, weichen.

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

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "soften": aufweichen, weichen.

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