slowly

slowly
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or another adverb (e.g., très, gentiment).
adverb
a. lentement
Rachel moved slowly through the crowded market.Rachel avançait lentement dans le marché bondé.
b. doucement
Please walk slowly; my legs are sore.Marchez doucement. J’ai mal aux jambes.
c. à feu doux (for cooking)
Lower the heat to cook the meat slowly.Baisse le thermostat pour faire cuire la viande à feu doux.
d. à petit feu (for cooking)
Let the sauce cook slowly for two hours.Laissez mijoter la sauce à petit feu pendant deux heures.
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