Stroked Meaning in English
word · lemma: stroke
ˈstɹoʊkt
STROHKD
stɹˈəʊkt
STROHKD
Definition
Moved your hand gently over something, usually in a caring or comforting way. Can also mean to move something lightly or smoothly.
Usage & Nuances
Usually a gentle, affectionate gesture–commonly with animals, hair, or fabric. Not used for fast or rough actions. Often past tense of 'stroke'. Common mistake: do not confuse with 'strike' (to hit).
Spanish: acarició - rozó (tocar suavemente)Portuguese (BR): acariciou - alisou (passar a mão suavemente)Portuguese (PT): afagou - acariciou (passar a mão suavemente)Chinese (Simplified): 轻抚了 - 抚摸了Chinese (Traditional): 輕撫了 - 撫摸了Hindi: सहलायाArabic: داعب - مسح بلطفBengali: তুলে দিল - হাত বুলালRussian: погладил - ласкалJapanese: 撫でたVietnamese: vuốt nhẹKorean: 쓰다듬었다 - 어루만졌다Turkish: okşadı - hafifçe dokunduUrdu: ہلکے ہاتھ سے سہلایاIndonesian: mengelus - membelai
Example Sentences
She stroked the cat softly.
basic
He stroked her hair while she slept.
basic
The painter gently stroked the canvas with a brush.
basic
She absentmindedly stroked the edge of her notebook during the meeting.
natural
He stroked the puppy to help it fall asleep.
natural
A cool breeze stroked his face as he stood by the window.
natural