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gentle words

[JEN-tuhl wurdz]
noun phrase
palavras suaves
1. Soft, kind, and tender words spoken with compassion and care
She spoke gentle words to comfort the upset child.
Ela falou palavras suaves para confortar a criança chateada.
2. Speech that is mild and not harsh or aggressive
His gentle words helped ease the tension in the room.
Suas palavras suaves ajudaram a aliviar a tensão na sala.
Synonyms
kind wordssoft wordstender wordssoothing wordscomforting wordssweet words
Antonyms
harsh wordscruel wordsrough wordssharp wordscutting wordsunkind words

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
palavras suaves
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
palavras doces
Also commonly used, emphasizing sweetness
São Paulo
palavras suaves
Standard usage
Portugal
palavras meigas
More traditional Portuguese form, using 'meigas'

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak softly and carry a big stick
a soft answer turns away wrath
honey catches more flies than vinegar
words of comfort
soothing words
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