gentil
gentle, kind, courteous
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ʒẽˈt͡ʃiw/
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Cultural Note
Gentil carries an old-world elegance in Portuguese, echoing its Latin roots. It's commonly used in formal thanks and acknowledgements, and implies not just kindness but refinement of character.
📝 Example Sentences
Foi muito gentil da sua parte.
That was very kind of you.
Ele teve um gesto gentil.
He had a kind gesture.
Obrigado por seres tão gentil comigo.
Thank you for being so kind to me.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | gentis |
| masculine_plural | gentis |
| feminine_singular | gentil |
| masculine_singular | gentil |