Translation guide
Describes someone who is easily moved by emotion, kind, and sympathetic, often to the point of being unable to refuse requests or say no.
Describing a person who is naturally kind and sympathetic, often emotionally tender.
A common and natural way to say someone has a kind and gentle heart. It implies a general disposition of kindness.
Describing someone who is too kind to refuse requests or enforce rules.
A personality that can't say no. Often used to explain why someone is soft-hearted in practical situations.
She's so soft-hearted that she tears up easily.
Literally 'weak to emotion'. Describes someone who is easily swayed by feelings, often giving in to requests or crying easily. Very close to 'soft-hearted'.
He's so soft-hearted that he can't refuse when asked.
Means 'easily moved to tears'. Focuses on the crying aspect of being soft-hearted.
Crying at that movie—you're really soft-hearted, aren't you?
A good-natured person who trusts others easily and can be taken advantage of. Implies a soft-hearted nature that may be naive.
He's so soft-hearted that he gets tricked easily.
Because I'm soft-hearted, I always get stuck with extra work.
Literally 'sweet', but used for someone who is too lenient or soft. Often used in contexts like parenting or management.
Parents who are soft-hearted can't discipline their children.