Zärtlich Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Zärtlich" is mainly used as adjective meaning "tender", "gentle" or "affectionate". It is also used as adverb.

Essential properties of "zärtlich"

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Meanings of "zärtlich" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Showing affection and tenderness"

"Zärtlich", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er gab ihr einen zärtlichen Kuss.He gave her a tender kiss.
  2. Die Mutter streichelte zärtlich das Haar ihres Kindes.The mother gently stroked her child's hair.
  3. Sie flüsterten zärtliche Worte einander zu.They whispered tender words to each other.

2.) "In an affectionate and tender way"

"Zärtlich", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er schaute sie zärtlich an.He looked at her tenderly.
  2. Sie hielt die Hand ihres Freundes zärtlich.She held her boyfriend's hand gently.
  3. Er sprach zärtlich mit seinem Hund.He spoke softly with his dog.
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