What is the Spanish word for "gentleness"?

Learn how to say "gentleness" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

gentleness

Spanish

gentileza

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Alternative translations of "gentleness"

suavidad
ternura
dulzura
mansedumbre

Examples of how to use "gentleness" in Spanish

English
Her gentleness with the animals was lovely.
Spanish
Su ternura con los animales era encantadora.
English
Her gentleness calmed the frightened child.
Spanish
Su ternura calmó al niño asustado.
English
He replied with surprising gentleness and patience.
Spanish
Él respondió con una ternura y paciencia sorprendentes.
English
The kitten responded to gentleness from strangers.
Spanish
El gatito respondía a la ternura de los desconocidos.
English
Gentleness in voice can soothe angry people.
Spanish
La ternura en la voz puede calmar a las personas enojadas.

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