gentlequestion
nounUK /ˈdʒentl ˈkwestʃən/
US /ˈdʒentəl ˈkwestʃən/
A gentle question is a soft, kind question you ask so no one feels scared or upset.
She asked a gentle question to find out why her little brother was crying.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A question asked in a calm and quiet voice.
He leaned close and asked a gentle question so the baby would not wake up.
3. A careful question meant to help someone think without pressure.
The teacher used a gentle question to guide the student to the right answer.
4. A question that shows care for another person's feelings.
Asking if she wanted to talk was a gentle question that made her feel safe.