This is the 1799th most frequent French word.
douce
Soft, sweet, or gentle.
The word 'douce' is used as an adjective to describe the voice as soft or gentle.
Elle a une voix douce.
She has a soft voice.
Here, 'douce' is describing the texture of the apple, implying it is tender.
La pomme était douce et sucrée.
The apple was soft and sweet.
In this context, 'douce' characterizes the night as mild or agreeable.