soft-spo·ken | \ ˈsȯf(t)-ˈspō-kən 
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\Definition of soft-spoken
: having a mild or gentle voice also : suave
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soft-spoken
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of soft-spoken
: having a gentle, quiet voice or manner
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The first known use of soft-spoken was in 1616
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