soften
soft
ˈsɑf
saaf
en
ən
ēn
British pronunciation
/sˈɒfən/

Definição e significado de "soften"em inglês

to soften
01

amolecer, suavizar

to make something less firm or solid

moderate

Transitive: to soften something hard or firm
to soften definition and meaning
example
Exemplos
She used a hairdryer to soften the adhesive before removing the sticker.
Ela usou um secador de cabelo para amolecer o adesivo antes de remover o adesivo.
Applying a moisturizer can help soften dry and rough skin.
Aplicar um hidratante pode ajudar a amolecer a pele seca e áspera.
02

suavizar, atenuar

to reduce the brightness or harshness of light or sound
Transitive: to soften light or sound
example
Exemplos
Drawing the curtains helped soften the harsh sunlight streaming into the room, creating a cozy ambiance.
Puxar as cortinas ajudou a suavizar a luz forte do sol que entrava no quarto, criando um ambiente aconchegante.
Installing dimmer switches allowed them to soften the overhead lighting in the dining room for a more intimate dinner setting.
A instalação de interruptores dimmer permitiu-lhes suavizar a iluminação superior na sala de jantar para um ambiente de jantar mais íntimo.
03

suavizar, amenizar

to reduce the intensity, force, or impact of something
Transitive: to soften intensity or force of something
example
Exemplos
The company 's decision to lower interest rates softened the impact of borrowing costs on consumers.
A decisão da empresa de baixar as taxas de juros suavizou o impacto dos custos de empréstimo nos consumidores.
Airing out grievances in a calm manner can soften the tension in a relationship.
Expor as mágoas de maneira calma pode suavizar a tensão em um relacionamento.
04

amolecer, suavizar

to decrease in firmness or rigidity
Intransitive
example
Exemplos
As the butter warmed to room temperature, it began to soften.
À medida que a manteiga aquecia à temperatura ambiente, começou a amolecer.
With each wash, the cotton fabric of the t-shirt softened, becoming more comfortable against the skin.
05

suavizar, flexibilizar

to make a situation or attitude less severe or strict
Transitive: to soften a situation or attitude
example
Exemplos
The manager decided to soften her stance on punctuality, understanding that unforeseen circumstances could arise.
O gerente decidiu suavizar sua postura sobre pontualidade, entendendo que circunstâncias imprevistas poderiam surgir.
After seeing the student 's efforts, the teacher softened her criticism and offered constructive feedback.
Depois de ver os esforços do aluno, a professora suavizou suas críticas e ofereceu feedback construtivo.
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