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gentle person

[JEN-tul PUR-sun]
nounpl: gentle people / gentle persons
pessoa gentil
1. A person who is kind, mild-mannered, and considerate in their behavior and treatment of others
She is a gentle person who always treats everyone with respect and compassion.
Ela é uma pessoa gentil que sempre trata todos com respeito e compaixão.
2. A person who is soft-spoken, calm, and not aggressive or violent in nature
Despite his size, he was a gentle person who wouldn't hurt a fly.
Apesar do seu tamanho, ele era uma pessoa gentil que não machucaria nem uma mosca.
Synonyms
kind personmild-mannered personconsiderate personcompassionate persondocile person
Antonyms
harsh personrough personaggressive personcruel personrude person

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pessoa gentil
Most common usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
pessoa doce
Colloquial alternative emphasizing sweetness of character
São Paulo
pessoa educada
Often used to emphasize politeness and good manners
Portugal
pessoa delicada
More formal, emphasizing refinement and tenderness

Related Idioms & Phrases

a gentle soul
gentle as a lamb
have a gentle touch
gentle giant
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