Cool MateMeaning of Tender
kind, gentle and loving
In simple words: Soft or easy to cut or chew.
Tender in a sentence
- She gave a tender smile that showed her genuine care.
- The steak was cooked perfectly and was very tender.
- He wrote a tender letter expressing his deepest feelings.
- After the injury, his arm felt sore and tender to touch.
- They shared a tender moment during the farewell.
- The government issued a tender for the new construction project.
How to use Tender
Used to describe food that is not tough, such as tender meat or vegetables. Can also refer to feelings of gentleness or care. Avoid in very formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'tender' as similar to 'tend my garden' — soft and caring.
Related words
Collocations with Tender
Common mistakes with Tender
- Confused with 'tender' meaning sensitive and 'tender' meaning soft.
- Using 'tender' to describe something unrelatable like a hard object.
- Mixing up 'tender' with similar-sounding words.
Tender appears in
Tender in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
عطاء, مناقصة, حنان, رقيق
ناعم أو سهل القطع أو المضغ.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Tender
নরম বা সহজে কাটা বা চিবানো যায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Zart, weich, sanft
Weich oder leicht zu schneiden oder zu kauen.
- SpanishEspañol
Tierno, Suave, Blando, Sensible, Licitación
Suave o fácil de cortar o masticar.
- Persianفارسی
مناقصه، نرم، لطیف، حساس
نرم یا قابل برش و جویدن آسان.
- FrenchFrançais
Tendre, Offre
Mou ou facile à couper ou à mâcher.
- Hindiहिन्दी
Tender
नरम या काटने या चबाने में आसान।
- ItalianItaliano
Tenero, tenera, teneri, tenere
Morbido o facile da tagliare o masticare.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Tender, Oferta
Macio ou fácil de cortar ou mastigar.
- RussianРусский
Нежный, мягкий
Мягкий или легкий для нарезки или жевания.
- Urduاردو
نرم, نازک, حساس
نرم یا کاٹنے یا چبانے میں آسان۔
- Chinese中文
Tender
软软的，容易咬动或切开的。
More words like Tender
- Sore
- Delicate
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To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
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the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Tender
What does Tender mean?
Soft or easy to cut or chew.
What is the definition of Tender?
kind, gentle and loving
How do you use Tender in a sentence?
She gave a tender smile that showed her genuine care.
Can you give another example of Tender?
The steak was cooked perfectly and was very tender.
What are synonyms for Tender?
Common alternatives include sore, delicate.
What is the opposite of Tender?
Opposite meanings include tough, hard, stiff.
What words go with Tender?
It commonly pairs with be, feel, seem, achingly, very, almost, towards/toward, be, seem, become, beautifully, deliciously, exceptionally, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very.
What are common mistakes when using Tender?
Confused with 'tender' meaning sensitive and 'tender' meaning soft. Using 'tender' to describe something unrelatable like a hard object. Mixing up 'tender' with similar-sounding words.
How do you pronounce Tender?
US: /["/ˈtendər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtendə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Tender?
Used to describe food that is not tough, such as tender meat or vegetables. Can also refer to feelings of gentleness or care. Avoid in very formal contexts.
What CEFR level is Tender?
"Tender" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.