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soothe

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /suːð/

Forms: soothing

soothe means: To help someone feel less upset, worried, or angry.

verb

CALM SOMEONEB2

To help someone feel less upset, worried, or angry.

  • Her gentle voice soothed the baby.
  • He tried to soothe his worried friend.
  • Can this music soothe an angry crowd?

Similar words: calm, comfort

Opposites: upset

Common phrases: soothe someone, soothe a baby, soothe someone's fears, soothe the mind

EASE PAINB2

To make pain or physical discomfort less strong.

  • The cream soothes sore skin.
  • A warm drink soothed my throat.
  • This lotion will soothe the itching.

Similar words: ease, relieve, alleviate

Opposites: aggravate

Common phrases: soothe sore skin, soothe a burn, soothe the pain

Questions about soothe

What does soothe mean?

To help someone feel less upset, worried, or angry.

What is soothe in other languages?

Türkçe: sakinleştirmek · Español: calmar · Français: apaiser · Deutsch: beruhigen · Italiano: calmare · 日本語: 落ち着かせる

How do you pronounce soothe?

It is pronounced /suːð/.

How do you use soothe in a sentence?

Her gentle voice soothed the baby. He tried to soothe his worried friend.

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