gentle
英 /ˈdʒentəl/ 美 /ˈdʒentəl/
- adj. 温柔的；温和的Kind and careful, without roughness or force.
- adj. 轻柔的；不强烈的Mild in strength, movement, or effect.
- adj. 坡度平缓的Rising or falling gradually rather than steeply.
Be gentle when you pick up the little kitten.
抱起那只小猫时，动作要轻柔。
Gentle exercise, such as walking or swimming, can improve physical health without placing excessive strain on joints.
散步或游泳等温和运动可以改善身体健康，又不会给关节带来过大负担。
搭配
a gentle breeze 微风gentle exercise 温和运动a gentle slope 缓坡a gentle touch 轻柔的触碰
辨析提示
对人温柔用be gentle with sb。
词族
gently (adv.)、gentleness (n.)
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