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douceur meaning in English

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douceur nom {f}

softness [softnesses]◼◼◼(the quality of being soft)
noun
[UK: ˈsɒft.nəs] [US: ˈsɒft.nəs]
A little softness can clear the bitterness. = Un peu de douceur peut dissiper l'amertume.

atterrissage en douceur nom {m}

soft landing◼◼◼(landing that does not result in the destruction of the payload and/or the vehicle)
noun

plus fait douceur que violence phrase

you can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar(It is easier to persuade others with polite requests and a positive attitude rather than with rude demands and negativity)
phrase