Definition
温柔 (wēn róu) describes a person's soft, kind, and tender demeanor — it's the go-to word for a gentle personality or affectionate manner. It overlaps with 温和 (wēn hé), but 温和 is broader, also used for climate, policies, or a mild voice; 温柔 is more intimate and emotional, often for romantic or caring contexts. 柔软 (róu ruǎn) is only about physical softness (texture, fabric), never personality.
adjective
gentletendersweet (describing a person's soft, kind demeanor)
Examples
- 温柔。Tā shì yí ge hěn wēn róu de rén.She is a very gentle person.
- 温柔。Tā wēn róu de duì tā xiào le xiào.He smiled at her gently.
- 温柔。Wǒ juéde wēn róu de rén gèng róngyì jiāo dào péngyou.I think gentle people make friends more easily.
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