gently
UK/'dʒentlɪ/US/'dʒentli/
NGSL 3kB2
Definitions
adv.
In a mild, soft, or careful manner
轻轻地；温和地
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedgentlebirth, produce, kind
+
-lyin the manner of
=gently
gentle + -ly (adverb). Transparent: in a gentle manner. See gentle for the root.
Common Collocations
- 1.gently stir轻轻搅动
- 2.gently touch轻轻触碰
- 3.gently remind委婉地提醒
Example Sentences
- 1.
Gently stir the sauce so it doesn't burn.
- 2.
She gently reminded him of the deadline.