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blando

mild

adjective BLAHN-doh Rare

Origin: Latin blandus (flattering, soft)

Also means

weak

Usage Note

Blando describes something gentle or lacking intensity: una critica blanda (a mild criticism), un sedativo blando (a mild sedative). It often carries a mildly negative connotation — implying insufficient strength or force — unlike delicato which is more neutral or positive.

Examples

"Il medico ha prescritto un analgesico blando."

Natural Translation

The doctor prescribed a mild painkiller.

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