sanft
gentle · soft
Etwas ist ruhig, zart oder freundlich und tut nicht weh.
The German word "sanft" is an adjective that means "gentle" or "soft". It conveys a sense of tenderness, mildness, or ease, often relating to touch, tone, or demeanor. It is commonly used to describe things that are soothing, not harsh, or are done with care.
Similar words in German include "mild" (mild), "behutsam" (cautious), and "sanierend" (curative).
The difference between these words is that "mild" often refers to the intensity of flavors or conditions (like weather), "behutsam" emphasizes carefulness in action or behavior, and "sanierend" suggests restorative attributes, while "sanft" generally references gentle or soft qualities, regardless of context.
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Examples
Sie streichelte das Baby sanft.adverb
She gently stroked the baby.
Das Kätzchen ist sehr sanft.adjective
The kitten is very gentle.
Ein Lüftchen weht sanft durch das offene Fenster.adverb
A breeze gently passes through the open window.
Der Wind weht sanft durch die Bäume.adverb
The wind gently blows through the trees.
Seine sanfte Stimme beruhigte das weinende Kind.adjective
His gentle voice soothed the crying child.
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