silky
beginnerA2/ˈsɪl.ki/ · sil-ky
Having a smooth, soft texture like silk.
Meanings
Having a smooth, soft texture like silk.
ایسا جس کا سطح ہموار اور نرم ہو جیسے ریشم۔
ملائم
malaim
Common Collocations
- silky texture
- silky hair
- silky fabric
Example Sentences
The dress had a silky texture that felt luxurious.
اس لباس کی سطح ملائم تھی جو عیش و عشرت کا احساس دیتی تھی۔
Is libas ki satah malaim thi jo aish o ishrat ka ehsaas deti thi.
Her hair flowed down her back in silky strands.
اس کے بال اس کی پیٹھ پر ملائم لٹوں کی طرح بہتے تھے۔
Us ke baal us ki peeth par malaim laton ki tarah behte the.
The cat's fur was incredibly silky and smooth.
بلی کا موٹا ریشم جیسا اور نرم تھا۔
Billi ka mota resham jaisa aur narm tha.
Easily Confused With
💡 Memory Tip
Think of a silky ribbon that is smooth and soft to the touch.
Imagine running your fingers over a soft, silky fabric.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
نرمی سے جھومتا ہے عشق کا گزر، چمکدار خوابوں کی طرح ملائم ہے یہ سفر۔
Narmi se jhoomta hai ishq ka guzar, chamakdaar khwabon ki tarah malaim hai yeh safar.
The journey of love sways gently, it's as smooth as bright dreams.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
نرم دل سے باتیں کی جائیں تو بات بنتی ہے۔
Narm dil se baatein ki jayein to baat banti hai.
When conversations are held with a soft heart, matters come together.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "sylke" — silk or silk-like
First known use: 14th century
The term 'silky' has been used since the 14th century to describe textures reminiscent of silk.