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softening
UK
/ˈsɒf.ən.ɪŋ/
US
/ˈsɔːf.ən.ɪŋ/
Translations
softenings
pl
The softening of the butter made it easier to spread.
Размягчение масла сделало его легче намазываемым.
The softening of the fabric made it more comfortable to wear.
Смягчение ткани сделало её более удобной для ношения.
Additional translations
UK
/ˈsɒf(ə)nɪŋ/
US
/ˈsɔːf(ə)nɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe something that makes or becomes softer.
softening
Gerund
softened
Past Simple
softened
Past Participle
softening
Gerund
UK
/ˈsɒf.ən/
US
/ˈsɔːf.ən/
The rain will soften the ground.
Дождь смягчит землю.
You can use a conditioner to soften your hair.
Вы можете использовать кондиционер, чтобы умягчить волосы.
The new policy aims to soften the economic impact.
Новая политика направлена на то, чтобы ослабить экономическое воздействие.
Additional translations
Definitions
The softening of the clay made it easier to mold into a vase.
The softening of the government's stance on the policy was welcomed by the public.
The softening of the metal was necessary before it could be shaped into a tool.
The candle cast a softening glow across the room.
The butter will soften if you leave it out of the fridge for a while.
The teacher decided to soften her tone when speaking to the students.
His experiences abroad helped to soften his views on immigration.
She used curtains to soften the light coming into the room.