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How to pronounce smooth

adjective · verbB1Common word
SMOOTH

/smuð/

One syllable.

Having a completely even surface, with no rough parts.

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Meanings & examples

adjective

Having a completely even surface, with no rough parts.

The table feels smooth.

She has smooth skin.

Good to know

For a surface, smooth usually means liso; for skin, suave is often more natural.

Common phrases & grammar

smooth surface · smooth skin · smooth finish

be + smooth

smooth + noun

adjective

Having a soft, even texture, with no hard pieces or lumps.

Blend the soup until it is smooth.

I like smooth peanut butter.

Common phrases & grammar

smooth texture · smooth sauce · smooth peanut butter

be + smooth

smooth + food or drink noun

adjective

Happening easily, with no problems or delays.

We had a smooth trip.

The move to the new office was smooth.

Good to know

For events and processes, Spanish usually uses fluido or sin problemas, not suave.

Common phrases & grammar

smooth transition · smooth process · smooth operation · smooth experience

a smooth + noun

have + a smooth + noun

adjective

Steady and pleasant, without sudden changes, bumps, or stops.

The car gave us a smooth ride.

She has a smooth, calm voice.

Common phrases & grammar

smooth ride · smooth movement · smooth voice · smooth motion

sound + smooth

a smooth + noun

Useful expressions

smooth sailing

A situation with no serious problems.

After the first week, it was smooth sailing.

smooth things over

To make an argument or problem less serious and restore calm.

He bought dinner to smooth things over.

smooth the way

To make something easier to do or achieve.

The training smoothed the way for the new system.

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