soften
soften
make softer
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soften with Chinese translation
soften usage examples
Mix a touch of white paint into the red to soften the shade until it looks right.
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soften belongs to the topic "Colors and Materials". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
soften synonyms
What's the difference between soften / smooth / tone down / mellow / temper / dull
She smoothed the plaster so the wall looked even.
reduce intensity or strength (colour, remark); often figurative
They toned down the bright curtains to match the room.
pleasantly softened over time; calm, rich or smooth (sound, flavour, mood)
The aging process mellowed the wine and softened its tannins.
moderate or mitigate; also technical (temper steel)
She tempered her criticism so it wouldn’t offend him. / The smith tempered the blade.
The grey primer dulled the bright red paint.
technical: reduce colour saturation (images, paints); very specific to colour
Desaturate the image slightly to achieve a softer palette.
The curtains have faded in the sun and look much softer now.
formal/technical: reduce the strength, force, or intensity of something
Filters attenuate the harsh light, making it easier on the eyes.
They moderated the colour choices to suit a wider audience.
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How to pronounce soften and what this word means
soften means soften. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce soften
/tə ˈsɒfən/
soften translation
soften
soften examples
Rub a little oil into the suede to soften it .
soften transcription
/tə ˈsɒfən/, /tu ˈsɔfən/
Questions about this word
soften meaning: what does it mean?
make softer
soften pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
soften is pronounced as /tə ˈsɒfən/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
soften definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Rub a little oil into the suede to soften it . Translation: Натрите замшу небольшим количеством масла — это поможет смягчить её .
Is soften part of Colors and Materials vocabulary?
Yes, soften can be learned in the Colors and Materials topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is soften part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, soften can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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