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    Doux (en. Soft)

    /du/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Having a pleasant taste or consistency.
    This chocolate is really sweet.
    Ce chocolat est vraiment doux.
    Characterized by softness, absence of hardness.
    She has a soft voice that reassures.
    Elle a une voix douce qui rassure.
    Calm, peaceful, without violence.
    The wind blows gently over the sea.
    Le vent souffle doucement sur la mer.
    Referring to a climate or weather that is mild and pleasant.
    We spent a sweet afternoon at the park.
    Nous avons passé un après-midi doux au parc.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'dulcis', meaning sweet or soft.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sweet dream
    A pleasant and calm dream.
    doux rêve
    sweet words
    Soothing and comforting words.
    parole douce
    soft light
    A dim light that creates a warm atmosphere.
    lumière douce
    a sweet lie
    A benevolent lie, often to avoid hurting.
    un doux mensonge
    a sweet agreement
    An agreement that is pleasant and harmonious.
    un accord doux

    Related Words

    sweetness
    Quality of something that is sweet.
    douceur
    gently
    In a gentle manner.
    doucement
    snug
    That provides a feeling of warmth and comfort.
    douillet

    Slang Meanings

    A term used to refer to someone nice or kind.
    He's a sweet guy, he wouldn't hurt a fly.
    C'est un doux, il ne ferait pas de mal à une mouche.
    A casual way of talking about tender feelings.
    He's really sweet with her, it's cute.
    Il est vraiment doux avec elle, c'est mignon.