adverb
tendrement
tenderly
Definition & meaning
Tendrement means tenderly, lovingly, or affectionately. It describes an action done with warmth, gentleness, or care.
Grammar & Word origin
- Part of speech: adverb; it does not change form.
- It comes from the adjective tendre (“tender”) and the adverb-forming suffix -ment.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- affectueusement — “affectionately”; emphasizes affection rather than gentleness.
- doucement — “gently” or “softly”; does not necessarily imply affection.
Antonyms:
- froidement — “coldly”; suggests a lack of warmth or affection.
- durement — “harshly”; emphasizes a lack of gentleness.
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
Je te regarde tendrement.adverb
I look at you tenderly.
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