Tiernamente (en. Gently)
/tiernamente/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adverb
Indicates how an action is performed in a kind or affectionate way.
She hugged him tenderly.
Ella lo abrazó tiernamente.
Reflects feelings of affection or care.
The boy looked at his dog tenderly.
El niño miró a su perro tiernamente.
Refers to a soft and affectionate behavior.
He spoke to him tenderly to comfort him.
Le habló tiernamente para consolarlo.
Etymology
From the adjective 'tender', which comes from the Latin 'tener'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to look tenderly
To observe with affection or care.
mirar tiernamente
to hug tenderly
To give a hug with much affection.
abrazar tiernamente
to speak tenderly
To communicate in a soft and affectionate manner.
hablar tiernamente
Related Words
tender
Showing tenderness or affection.
tierno
tenderness
Feeling of care and softness.
ternura
affection
Feeling of affection towards someone.
afecto
Slang Meanings
Tender as a loving compliment.
You are so tender, you make me feel special.
Eres tan tierno/a, me haces sentir especial.
It is used to describe touching situations or gestures.
That movie was so tender that I cried.
Esa película fue tan tierna que lloré.