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柔和 (にゅうわ) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Common word Freq. Frequency Top 50,000 Meanings 1
na-adjective, noun
gentle ; mild ; tender
Describes a person's character, expression, or manner as soft, kind, and not harsh. Often used for a calm and approachable demeanor.
Kanji 柔 tender, weakness, gentleness 和 harmony, Japanese style, peace Similar words 優やさ しい 優しい is a more common and versatile word for 'kind' or 'gentle,' while 柔和 is more formal and often describes an inherent, calm gentleness of character or expression.
温おん 和わ 温和 also means 'mild' or 'gentle,' but is frequently used for climate or temperament. 柔和 focuses more on facial expression and interpersonal softness.
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My grandfather had a mild personality and was liked by everyone.
Composed of 柔 (soft, gentle) and 和 (harmony, peace). The combination conveys a sense of soft harmony, reflecting the word's meaning of gentle and mild demeanor.
