adjective HSK 5
Traditional 鬆軟
soft and fluffy · loose and soft · spongy
Meaning
松软 describes a texture that is both loose (松) and soft (软), commonly used for foods like bread, cake, or soil. It evokes a pleasant, airy quality that yields easily to touch or pressure. This word captures the satisfying texture of well-baked goods or freshly tilled earth.
Usage
Most commonly used to describe food textures, especially baked goods like bread, cakes, and pastries. Also used for soil or ground that is loose and easy to work with. Generally has positive connotations suggesting quality and desirability. Native speakers often use it when praising food texture.
Examples
- 01这个面包刚出炉，又松软又香。, .This bread just came out of the oven, it's soft and fluffy and fragrant.
- 02春天来了，泥土变得松软了，适合种菜。, , .Spring has arrived, the soil has become loose and soft, perfect for planting vegetables.
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Common collocations
- 松软的面包soft and fluffy bread
- 松软的蛋糕soft and spongy cake
- 松软的土壤loose and soft soil
- 口感松软soft and fluffy texture/mouthfeel
Antonyms
Origin
Compound word combining 松 (loose/relaxed) and 软 (soft), creating a descriptive term for a specific pleasant texture quality.