lightly

• Adverbio que significa «con poco peso o fuerza» o «de manera suave, delicada». También puede describir una acción realizada sin mucha seriedad o esfuerzo.

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.

   Con poca presión o fuerza

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

   Sinónimosdelicatelyfaintlygentlymildly

   Antónimosforcefullyhard

2. Without seriousnessB2formal

   In a casual or unserious manner.

   sin seriedad

   • 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.

   Sinónimosairilycasuallyflippantlyfrivolouslynonchalantly

   Antónimosgravelyseriouslysolemnly

3. In small amountsB1formal

   In a way that involves a small amount or degree.

   En pequeñas cantidades

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

   Sinónimosminimallymoderatelyslightlysparinglythinly

   Antónimosthickly