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The word 温柔 is formed by combining the character 温, which means "warm" or "gentle", with the character 柔, meaning "soft" or "pliable". This direct semantic combination results in a compound word that denotes the quality of being gentle, tender, and kind, specifically through the blended notions of warmth and softness in demeanor.

Example Sentences Hide

她的性格很温柔。

Tā de xìnggé hěn wēnróu.

Her personality is very gentle.

妈妈用温柔的声音说话。

Māma yòng wēnróu de shēngyīn shuōhuà.

Mom speaks with a gentle voice.

他对孩子总是那么温柔。

Tā duì háizi zǒng shì nàme wēnróu.

He is always so gentle with children.

尽管工作很累，她依然保持着温柔的态度。

Jǐnguǎn gōngzuò hěn lèi, tā yīrán bǎochízhe wēnróu de tàidù.

Even though work is tiring, she still maintains a gentle attitude.

在月光下，她的温柔仿佛能融化一切烦恼。

Zài yuèguāng xià, tā de wēnróu fǎngfú néng rónghuà yīqiè fánnǎo.

Under the moonlight, her gentleness seems to melt all worries.

Word Definition - 温柔

wēn róu gentle and soft; tender; sweet (commonly used to describe a girl or woman)

Individual Character Details

温 wēn, wēn
柔 róu