lightly

• Adverb, das bedeutet „mit geringem Gewicht oder geringer Kraft“ oder „sanft, zart“. Es kann auch eine Handlung beschreiben, die ohne besonderen Ernst oder Aufwand ausgeführt wird.

An adverb meaning "with little weight or force" or "in a gentle, delicate manner." It can also describe doing something with little seriousness or without much effort.

1. With little weight or forceB1formal

   In a way that uses little pressure or force.

   leicht

   • She touched his arm lightly.
   • He tapped the table lightly with his fingers.
   • The snow fell lightly on the ground.

   Synonymedelicatelyfaintlygentlymildly

   Antonymeforcefullyhard

2. Without seriousnessB2formal

   In a casual or unserious manner.

   Leichtfertig

   • He took the criticism lightly and didn't get upset.
   • She spoke lightly about the difficult situation.
   • Don't take this matter lightly; it's very important.

   Synonymeairilycasuallyflippantlyfrivolouslynonchalantly

   Antonymegravelyseriouslysolemnly

3. In small amountsB1formal

   In a way that involves a small amount or degree.

   Leicht

   • Season the dish lightly with salt and pepper.
   • The rain fell lightly throughout the day.
   • She applied the makeup lightly to her face.

   Synonymeminimallymoderatelyslightlysparinglythinly

   Antonymethickly