Doucement (en. Gently)

/du.sə.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adverb

In a gentle manner, without haste.

The child fell, but got up gently.

L'enfant est tombé, mais il s'est relevé doucement.

Calmly, without agitation.

Let's speak softly so as not to disturb others.

Parlons doucement pour ne pas déranger les autres.

Gradually, in a progressive manner.

He gently began to understand the situation.

Il a doucement commencé à comprendre la situation.

Comes from the Latin 'dulcem', which means sweet.

take it easy

To act with caution or without rushing anything.

faire doucement

sweet dream

A pleasant and peaceful dream.

doux rêve

slowly but surely

Gradually, by stages, in a reliable manner.

doucement mais sûrement

sweet

Having a softness that is pleasant to touch or hear.

doux

sweetness

Quality of what is sweet, tenderness.

douceur

slightly sweet

Having a slightly sweet flavor.

douceâtre

To facilitate something subtly.

He gently introduced the idea into the conversation.

Il a doucement installé l'idée dans la conversation.

To take one's time.

Don't rush, take your time.

Ne te précipite pas, fais-le doucement.