Phono-semantic — one part hints at the meaning, another at the sound
Example phrases
这盏灯的光线十分柔和,适合在夜间阅读。Zhè zhǎn dēng de guāngxiàn shífēn róuhé, shìhé zài yèjiān yuèdú.The light from this lamp is very soft, making it suitable for reading at night.
她说话的声音很柔和,让人一听就觉得放松。Tā shuōhuà de shēngyīn hěn róuhé, ràng rén yī tīng jiù juéde fàngsōng.Her voice is very gentle; hearing it makes people feel relaxed right away.
清晨的阳光柔和地照进窗户,屋里显得很温暖。Qīngchén de yángguāng róuhé de zhào jìn chuānghu, wūlǐ xiǎnde hěn wēnnuǎn.The soft morning sunlight shines through the window, making the room feel warm.