word
Softly
SAW-ftlee
/ˈsɔːftliː/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
softly
Dictionary meaning
With low volume.
Examples
- Speak softly but carry a big stick.
- To be played relatively softly.
Synonyms: quietly
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