mildness / leniency
die Milde
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mildness
The pleasant, non-extreme quality of something, such as the weather, light, taste, or an effect.
Die Milde des Frühlings ließ überall die ersten Blumen blühen.
The mildness of spring made the first flowers bloom everywhere.
leniency
The willingness to show consideration and refrain from punishing or judging someone harshly.
Der Richter zeigte Milde und setzte die Strafe herab.
The judge showed leniency and reduced the sentence.
| gender | feminine die |
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| genitive | der Milde |
| singular | plural | |
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| nominative | die Milde | – |
| accusative | die Milde | – |
| dative | der Milde | – |
| genitive | der Milde | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Milde' (mildness) belongs to the word family of 'mild' and refers to the corresponding quality as a noun. Depending on the context, it refers either to a non-extreme quality or to a lenient attitude.
Die Milde des Klimas ist für den Weinanbau günstig.
The mildness of the climate is favorable for growing grapes.
When referring to weather and climate, 'Milde' (mildness) often occurs with words such as 'Temperaturen' (temperatures), 'Klima' (climate), or 'Winter' (winter). When referring to taste or an effect, the word also describes a pleasant, non-intense quality.
Die ungewöhnliche Milde des Winters überraschte viele Menschen.
The unusual mildness of the winter surprised many people.
In the meaning of 'Nachsicht' (leniency), 'Milde' (leniency) often occurs with verbs such as 'zeigen' (to show), 'walten lassen' (to exercise), or 'erbitten' (to request). These collocations are especially common in situations involving punishment, judgment, or guilt.
Wegen seiner schwierigen Lage bat der Angeklagte um Milde.
Because of his difficult situation, the defendant asked for leniency.
