B2
gentle vs gently
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| gentleadjective/ˈdʒen.təl/ | Meaning soft and careful, not rough or strong | Goes with — | Example She has a gentle voice, and the children always feel calm around her. |
| gentlyadverb/ˈdʒent.li/ | Meaning in a soft, calm and careful way, without using force | Goes with gently push | Example She gently woke the baby and gave him his milk. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
She has a voice, and the children always feel calm around her.