Common Meanings
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ruǎn软
Soft; not hard or rigid; pliable; flexible.
这件毛衣摸起来很柔软。
This sweater feels very soft to the touch.
Weak, timid, or easily intimidated; to lack courage.
他这个人有点软弱，遇到困难就想退缩。
He is a bit weak-willed; he wants to retreat whenever he encounters difficulties.
easily moved or influenced; soft-hearted
她总是心软，很容易原谅别人。
She is always soft-hearted and easily forgives others.
To use gentle, indirect, or persistent non-coercive methods to achieve a goal, often implying persuasion or subtle influence rather than force.
她总是用软磨硬泡的方式，说服大家同意她的方案。
She always uses a persistent, gentle approach to persuade everyone to agree to her proposal.
Lacking strength or firmness; weak; soft (when referring to quality or effort).
走了一天山路，我感觉两腿发软
After hiking all day, my legs felt weak.