tendre
tender, gentle, loving
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/tɑ̃dʁ/
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Cultural Note
'Tendre' is identical in masculine and feminine forms. In French romance, tenderness ('tendresse') is highly valued alongside passion. The expression 'avoir le cœur tendre' (to have a tender heart) describes someone who is easily moved emotionally and loves deeply.
📝 Example Sentences
Elle lui a lancé un regard tendre.
She gave him a tender look.
Il est très tendre avec ses enfants.
He is very gentle with his children.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | tendre |
| masculine | tendre |
| feminine_plural | tendres |
| masculine_plural | tendres |