What does "dócil" mean in English?

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Spanish

dócil

English

docile

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Alternative translations of "dócil"

obedient
tame
compliant
manageable

Examples of how to use "dócil" in Spanish

Spanish
Es un perro muy dócil.
English
He is a very gentle dog.
Spanish
El caballo es dócil y confiable.
English
The horse is gentle and reliable.
Spanish
Mi perro siempre ha sido dócil.
English
My dog has always been gentle.
Spanish
Los alumnos respondieron de forma dócil.
English
The students responded meekly.
Spanish
Esa actitud muestra un carácter dócil.
English
That attitude shows a gentle character.

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Es un perro muy dócil.

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