Softie Meaning in English

word

US

ˈsɑːfti

SAHF-tee

UK

sˈɒfti

SOF-tee

Definition

A 'softie' is a person who is very kind, gentle, or easily moved by feelings. It often refers to someone who is not tough or strict.

Usage & Nuances

This is an informal, often affectionate word. It can be used lightly to tease someone for being too emotional or kind, especially when they act tough but are actually gentle inside. Sometimes used humorously.

• Spanish: blando - sentimental
• Portuguese (BR): mole - sentimental
• Portuguese (PT): mole - sentimental
• Chinese (Simplified): 心软的人 - 心肠软的人
• Chinese (Traditional): 心軟的人 - 心腸軟的人
• Hindi: मुलायम दिल वाला
• Arabic: شخص رقيق القلب - شخص حساس
• Bengali: নরমदिल - কোমল মনের মানুষ
• Russian: мягкий человек - добряк
• Japanese: お人好し - 優しい人
• Vietnamese: người mềm lòng - người tốt bụng
• Korean: 순진한 사람 - 마음이 약한 사람
• Turkish: yufka yürekli - duygusal kişi
• Urdu: نرم دل - رحم دل
• Indonesian: orang berhati lembut - orang mudah terharu

Example Sentences

My dad looks serious, but he's a real softie at heart.

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Don't worry, she's a softie and loves animals.

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Even the toughest guy can be a softie sometimes.

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Don't let his jokes fool you—he's a softie when it comes to his kids.

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I act tough, but honestly, I'm a total softie for romantic movies.

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You say you don't care, but I know you're a softie deep down.

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