No. 2,761 in Portuguese
suave
Smooth; soft; gentle.
In a sentence
O tecido desta camisa é muito suave.
The fabric of this shirt is very soft.
In this sentence, 'suave' is used to describe the physical texture of the fabric, indicating smoothness or tenderness.
Ele veio com uma atitude bastante suave e gentil.
He approached with a very calm and gentle attitude.
Here, 'suave' describes the demeanor or mannerism of someone, suggesting a calm and gentle behavior.
O vento estava suave, perfeito para um passeio no parque.
The wind was gentle, perfect for a walk in the park.
In this example, 'suave' refers to the mildness of the wind, indicating an agreeable and not harsh natural condition.
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