не́жно — meaning in English

English meaning

• gently adv Softly or lightly, without force or roughness.
• gingerly adv Very carefully and cautiously, so as not to cause harm or damage.
• lovingly adv In a way that shows love or great care.
• tenderly adverb In a gentle, caring, or loving way.

Senses

не́жно is used for these senses in English:

• gently In a gentle manner; to a gentle degree.
• gingerly In a cautious and delicate manner; (very) carefully or cautiously.
• lovingly In a loving manner, affectionately.
• tenderly In a tender manner; gently; sweetly.

gently — full definition

1. adv Softly or lightly, without force or roughness.
2. adv Quietly and smoothly, with little noise or sudden movement.

gingerly — full definition

1. adv Very carefully and cautiously, so as not to cause harm or damage.
2. adv Mostly describing dancing or walking: performed with small, delicate steps, in a dainty way; alternatively, done with exaggerated refinement, in an affected, mincing way.

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