ソフト
Meanings
na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Describes something physically soft, gentle in manner, or mild in intensity. Often used as an adjective with な or の. Antonym: ハード (hard).
Antonyms: ハード
This pillow is very soft and comfortable.
Speak in a gentle tone.
Abbreviation of ソフトクリーム. Common in casual conversation about ice cream.
See also: ソフトクリーム
On a hot day, I crave soft serve ice cream.
Abbreviation of ソフトボール. Used in sports contexts.
See also: ソフトボール
We played softball in the park on the weekend.
Usage patterns
- ソフトな印象を与えるto give a soft, gentle impression
She always speaks in a way that gives a soft, gentle impression.
- ソフトをインストールするto install software
I installed the software on my new computer.
- ソフトをかぶるto wear a soft (felt) hat
My grandfather always goes out wearing a soft hat.
- ソフトをやるto play softball
I played softball throughout my school years.
- ソフトに言うto say something gently or mildly
You should say it more gently when giving a warning.
- ソフトを起動するto launch/start up software
It takes a while for this software to start up.
Expressions
- 重いソフトresource-heavy software; bloatware