gently
/ˈdʒentli/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2380 in the learning path
轻柔地；温和地
Definitions
adv. In a soft, careful, or kind way.
轻柔地；温和地
adv. With a gradual slope or a small, smooth movement.
平缓地；缓缓地
Example
She gently lifted the kitten out of the basket.
她轻轻地把小猫从篮子里抱了出来。
Health professionals should speak gently to anxious patients to help them feel comfortable during medical examinations.
医护人员应温和地与焦虑的患者交谈，帮助他们在检查时放松下来。
Collocations
- gently stir
- speak gently
- slope gently
Word family
- gentle (adj.)
- gentleness (n.)
Synonyms
- softly
- tenderly
Antonyms
- roughly
- harshly
Usage tip
由gentle去掉末尾e再加y构成。
FAQ
- What does gently mean?
- In a soft, careful, or kind way. With a gradual slope or a small, smooth movement.
- How is gently pronounced?
- UK /ˈdʒentli/, US /ˈdʒentli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
