Gentleness Meaning in English
word
ˈdʒɛnəɫnəs/, /ˈdʒɛntəɫnəs
JEN-tl-niss
dʒˈɛntəlnəs
JEN-tl-niss
Definition
A quality of being kind, soft, and calm in action or behavior; acting without harshness or violence.
Usage & Nuances
Common in both formal and informal contexts. Often used to describe people's behavior, voices, or touch. Closely related to 'kindness', but emphasizes softness and lack of force. May be used positively or as a gentle criticism ('show more gentleness').
Spanish: amabilidad - delicadeza - suavidadPortuguese (BR): gentileza - delicadeza - suavidadePortuguese (PT): gentileza - delicadeza - suavidadeChinese (Simplified): 温柔 - 温和Chinese (Traditional): 溫柔 - 溫和Hindi: कोमलता - नरमीArabic: اللطافة - الرفقBengali: মৃদুতা - কোমলতাRussian: нежность - мягкостьJapanese: 優しさ - 柔らかさVietnamese: sự dịu dàng - sự nhẹ nhàngKorean: 온화함 - 부드러움Turkish: naziklik - yumuşaklıkUrdu: نرمی - ملائمتIndonesian: kelembutan
Example Sentences
She spoke with great gentleness to the frightened child.
basic
The nurse touched the patient with gentleness.
basic
His gentleness makes everyone feel comfortable.
basic
You can see the gentleness in the way she handles her pets.
natural
A little gentleness goes a long way when dealing with difficult people.
natural
His gentleness is what sets him apart from others in his field.
natural