sachte
gently
The German word "sachte" is an adverb that means "gently" or "softly". It conveys a sense of care or delicacy in the manner of doing something. The term is often used in contexts where actions should be performed with caution or tenderness. Similar words in German include "sanft" (gentle), "behutsam" (cautiously), and "leise" (quietly).
While all these terms express a gentle approach, "sachte" specifically emphasizes a careful or gentle manner, whereas "leise" focuses more on volume, and "behutsam" often implies a closer attention to the consequences or risks involved.
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Examples
Die Tür schließt sich sachte.Word type unavailable
The door closes gently.
Er bewegt sich sachte durch den Raum.Word type unavailable
He moves gently through the room.
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