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Gently
ˈdʒɛntli
Very common
~ 2200
~ 2200
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
優しく (やさしく), 穏やかに (おだやかに), そっと, 静かに (しずかに)
Gently meanings in Japanese
優しく (やさしく)
Example:
She spoke gently to the child.
彼女は子供に優しく話した。
Please handle the fragile items gently.
壊れやすい物は優しく扱ってください。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used in both spoken and written language, often in caring or considerate scenarios.
Note: This term emphasizes kindness and gentleness in interactions.
穏やかに (おだやかに)
Example:
He laid the baby down gently.
彼は赤ちゃんを穏やかに寝かせた。
The wind blew gently through the trees.
風が木々の間を穏やかに吹いた。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Often used to describe soft actions or calm atmospheres.
Note: This emphasizes a peaceful and calm manner.
そっと
Example:
She gently closed the door so as not to wake anyone.
彼女は誰も起こさないようにそっとドアを閉めた。
He gently nudged her to get her attention.
彼は彼女の注意を引くためにそっと肘で突いた。
Usage: InformalContext: Commonly used in casual conversations, often to indicate subtlety in actions.
Note: This term suggests a soft or quiet action, often done secretly.
静かに (しずかに)
Example:
Please speak gently in the library.
図書館では静かに話してください。
He gently whispered a secret.
彼は静かに秘密を囁いた。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used in various settings, especially where quietness is required.
Note: This term can also imply softness in sound, not just action.
Gently's synonyms
softly
Softly means in a gentle or quiet manner, without harshness or loudness.
Example: She spoke softly to the frightened child.
Note: Softly emphasizes the quietness or lack of force in the action.
mildly
Mildly means in a gentle or moderate way, without strong emotions or severity.
Example: He smiled mildly at the comment.
Note: Mildly suggests a calm and moderate approach.
tenderly
Tenderly means with care, gentleness, and affection.
Example: She held the fragile object tenderly in her hands.
Note: Tenderly implies a sense of loving care and affection in the action.
lightly
Lightly means with little pressure or force, delicately.
Example: He touched the flower lightly to avoid damaging it.
Note: Lightly focuses on the gentle touch or pressure applied.
Gently expressions, common phrases
Handle with kid gloves
To handle something delicately or cautiously, as if using gloves made of kid leather, which is very soft and fine.
Example: She always handles sensitive issues with kid gloves to avoid conflicts.
Note: This idiom emphasizes the need to be extra careful or gentle when dealing with a situation or person.
Softly, softly
To proceed cautiously and gently, taking care not to cause offense or harm.
Example: He advised her to approach the matter softly, softly to prevent any misunderstandings.
Note: This phrase suggests a gradual and careful approach to avoid negative consequences.
Tiptoe around
To act cautiously or gently, especially to avoid causing offense or conflict.
Example: She always tiptoes around her boss to avoid any conflicts at work.
Note: This phrase implies moving quietly and carefully to avoid disturbing a situation or person.
Soft touch
To handle situations or people with gentleness, sensitivity, and understanding.
Example: He is known for his soft touch in dealing with difficult customers.
Note: This phrase highlights a gentle and empathetic approach in dealing with others.
With a light touch
To handle or approach something with delicacy, subtlety, or a gentle manner.
Example: She decorated the room with a light touch, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
Note: This phrase implies a gentle and subtle way of dealing with a task or situation.
Soft-pedal
To downplay or make something less obvious or forceful in order to be gentle or cautious.
Example: The manager decided to soft-pedal the new policy changes to avoid resistance from the team.
Note: This phrase suggests toning down or approaching something gently to reduce its impact or intensity.
Handle with care
To treat something delicately and gently to avoid damage or harm.
Example: The fragile items were marked 'handle with care' to ensure they were treated gently during shipping.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the importance of being gentle and cautious when dealing with fragile or sensitive objects.
Gently everyday (slang) expressions
Take it easy
This slang term means to do something in a relaxed, gentle, or non-aggressive manner.
Example: Just take it easy and speak slowly so they can understand you.
Note: It emphasizes a laid-back approach rather than specifically focusing on being gentle.
Easy does it
This phrase is used to advise someone to proceed slowly and carefully.
Example: Easy does it with those glassware, they're delicate.
Note: It implies a cautious approach, not necessarily emphasizing gentleness.
Go easy on
This slang term means to be less harsh or critical towards something or someone.
Example: Go easy on the salt, I'm trying to cut back on sodium intake.
Note: It relates to moderation or leniency rather than direct gentleness.
Take a chill pill
This slang term means to calm down or relax, especially in response to someone being overly agitated or stressed.
Example: Take a chill pill and stop getting worked up over every little thing.
Note: It encourages relaxation and a decrease in intensity, rather than specifically advocating gentleness.
Easy-peasy
This colloquial term means very easy or simple.
Example: Just twist the cap off, it's easy-peasy.
Note: While it indicates simplicity, it doesn't necessarily imply being gentle.
Gently - Examples
Gently touch the flower petals.
She spoke gently to the frightened child.
He opened the door gently not to wake up the baby.
Gently grammar
Gently - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: gently
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): gently
Syllables, Separation and Stress
gently Contains 2 syllables: gen • tle
Phonetic transcription: ˈjen-tᵊl
gen tle , ˈjen tᵊl (The red syllable is stressed)
Gently - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
gently: ~ 2200 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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