softer — comparative form of soft; more gentle, smooth, or yielding to pressure
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: comparative form of soft; more gentle, smooth, or yielding to pressure
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɔːftər/
Korean meaning: 더 부드러운, 더 연한, 더 온화한
Korean pronunciation: **소**프터
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's hands became softer after using the expensive hand cream for a month.
- The boss spoke in a softer tone after realizing he had been too harsh with his employees.
- This toilet paper is softer than a cloud, but my wallet feels much harder now.
softer
ADJECTIVE//ˈsɔːftər//
comparative form of soft; more gentle, smooth, or yielding to pressure
a mother holds two pieces of fabric while her young daughter reaches out to touch them. The child's hand presses against a rough burlap material first, causing her to pull back slightly. Then the mother guides her hand to feel a piece of silk fabric next to it. The daughter's face lights up with delight as she experiences the smoother, gentler texture. A store clerk nearby smiles warmly while organizing similar soft materials on the counter. one material being softer and more pleasant to touch than another
The crofter's touch grows softer, impressing even the lofter!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
고대 영어 'soft(부드러운)'에 비교급 어미 '-er'이 붙어서 형성된 단어입니다. 마치 시간이 지날수록 더욱 부드러워지는 천연 가죽처럼, 언어도 사용하면서 자연스럽게 변화해왔습니다.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's hands became softer after using the expensive hand cream for a month.”
“The boss spoke in a softer tone after realizing he had been too harsh with his employees.”
“This toilet paper is softer than a cloud, but my wallet feels much harder now.”
“She wanted softer lighting for the romantic dinner, so she dimmed all the LED bulbs.”
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