gently
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/ˈdʒentli/
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/ˈdʒentli/
in a soft and light way, not rough or hard
She patted the baby's back gently to help him sleep.
她轻轻地拍着婴儿的背,帮助他入睡。
in a calm and kind way
He spoke gently to comfort his friend who was sad.
他温和地说话,安慰他悲伤的朋友。
sloping very slowly and smoothly
The hill rises gently, making it easy to walk up.
山坡缓缓上升,走上去很容易。
used to say 'be careful'
Gently! That glass is very fragile and could break.
小心!那个玻璃杯很脆弱,可能会碎。