American English
/ˈsmu.ðəst̚/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Related entry: smooth
Having a completely even surface, with no rough parts.
Practice out loudHaving a completely even surface, with no rough parts.
The table feels smooth.
She has smooth skin.
For a surface, smooth usually means liso; for skin, suave is often more natural.
smooth surface · smooth skin · smooth finish
be + smooth
smooth + noun
Having a soft, even texture, with no hard pieces or lumps.
Blend the soup until it is smooth.
I like smooth peanut butter.
smooth texture · smooth sauce · smooth peanut butter
be + smooth
smooth + food or drink noun
Happening easily, with no problems or delays.
We had a smooth trip.
The move to the new office was smooth.
For events and processes, Spanish usually uses fluido or sin problemas, not suave.
smooth transition · smooth process · smooth operation · smooth experience
a smooth + noun
have + a smooth + noun
Steady and pleasant, without sudden changes, bumps, or stops.
The car gave us a smooth ride.
She has a smooth, calm voice.
smooth ride · smooth movement · smooth voice · smooth motion
sound + smooth
a smooth + noun
A situation with no serious problems.
After the first week, it was smooth sailing.
To make an argument or problem less serious and restore calm.
He bought dinner to smooth things over.
To make something easier to do or achieve.
The training smoothed the way for the new system.