reassuring
word · lemma: reassure
Definition
Making you feel calmer or less worried, giving you confidence or comfort when you are anxious or uncertain.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal settings. Often describes words, tones, or gestures that calm others ('a reassuring smile', 'reassuring words'). Commonly used when someone needs comfort or confidence. Do not confuse with 'reassure' (the verb).
Spanish: tranquilizador - reconfortantePortuguese (BR): tranquilizador - reconfortantePortuguese (PT): tranquilizador - reconfortanteChinese (Simplified): 让人安心的 - 安慰的Chinese (Traditional): 令人安心的 - 安慰的Hindi: सांत्वनादायक - आश्वस्त करने वालाArabic: مطمئن - مريحBengali: সান্ত্বনাদায়ক - আশ্বস্তকরRussian: успокаивающий - ободряющийJapanese: 安心させる - ほっとさせるVietnamese: trấn an - làm yên tâmKorean: 안심시키는 - 위로가 되는Turkish: güven verici - rahatlatıcıUrdu: تسلی دینے والا - اطمینان بخشIndonesian: menenangkan - meyakinkan
Example Sentences
His reassuring voice made me feel safe.
basic
She gave me a reassuring smile.
basic
His words were reassuring during the storm.
basic
It’s reassuring to know you’re here if I need help.
natural
Her reassuring words calmed everyone down.
natural
Sometimes just a reassuring touch is all you need.
natural