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tenderness

/ˈtɛndɚnəs/

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1 · n.

gentleness and affection toward someone

温柔；柔情

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He spoke with unexpected tenderness to the frightened child.
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他出人意料地温柔地安慰了那个受惊的孩子。
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Pronunciation: /ˈtɛndɚnəs/

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