Definitions
01weather
B1 · Intermediate
adj. pleasantly warm or not as cold as usual.
adj. of weather: moderately warm, especially in a way that is unexpected or pleasant during a cold season.
日本語:温暖※
“It has been a very mild winter so far, with almost no snow.”
“The region enjoys a mild maritime climate, which allows certain Mediterranean plants to thrive despite the northern latitude.”
Usage
Usually describes weather or climate conditions.
02food flavor
B1 · Intermediate Cooking
adj. not strong, spicy, or bitter in taste.
adj. lacking a strong, sharp, or pungent flavour; specifically used for food that is not spicy.
日本語:マイルド※
“I prefer a mild curry because I cannot eat very spicy food.”
“The chef recommended a mild cheddar for the sauce to ensure the delicate flavour of the white wine was not overwhelmed.”
03not severe
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. not serious, dangerous, or extreme.
adj. of low intensity or moderate severity; not causing significant distress or damage.
“He had a mild case of the flu and felt better after two days.”
“The patient reported only mild discomfort during the procedure, which the surgeon attributed to the effective local anaesthetic.”
04gentle personality
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. gentle and calm; not easily made angry.
adj. possessing a gentle or temperate disposition; not prone to outbursts or harshness.
“She has a mild personality and always speaks softly to everyone.”
“Despite the chaotic nature of the office, he maintained a mild manner that helped de-escalate many potential conflicts.”
Antonyms
05type of beer
C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun British English
n. a type of dark British beer that does not have a strong bitter taste.
n. a variety of low-gravity ale, typically dark in colour and characterized by a low level of hop bitterness.
“He ordered a pint of mild at the local pub.”
“While bitters and lagers dominate the modern market, traditional mild remains a favourite among enthusiasts of heritage British brewing.”
Teaching tip
This noun sense is very specific to British pub culture and is becoming less common among younger speakers.
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “mild” in context.
Verb
01. give a mild warning
“The teacher gave him a mild warning for talking during the lesson.”
verb + adj + noun
02. have a mild temperament
“He has a mild temperament and rarely gets angry with anyone.”
verb + adj + noun
Adjective
03. mild symptoms
“Most people who catch the virus only experience mild symptoms like a cough.”
adj + noun
04. mild cheese
“This mild cheese is perfect for children who don't like strong flavors.”
adj + noun
05. mild curry
“I prefer a mild curry because I don't like food that is too spicy.”
adj + noun
06. mild winter
“We had a very mild winter this year, so it didn't snow at all.”
adj + noun
Adverb
07. surprisingly mild
“The weather was surprisingly mild for January, so we went for a walk without coats.”
adv + adj
Etymology
From Middle English milde, from Old English milde (“mild”), from Proto-Germanic mildijaz (“mild”), from Proto-Indo-European melh₂- (“to beat, pound, grind”). Cognate with Scots mild, myld (“mild”), Saterland Frisian milde (“mild”), West Frisian myld (“mild”), Dutch mild (“mild”), Low German milde (“mild”), German mild (“mild”), Danish, Swedish and Norwegian Bokmål mild (“mild”), Icelandic mildur (“mild”), Latin mollis (“soft, gentle”), Lithuanian malonus (“pleasing, pleasant, kind”), Old Norse mildr.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
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