Everyone knows Teddy Roosevelt's immortal words, "Speak softly and carry a big stick."

大家都知道特迪·罗斯福的名言：“说话温和，手持大棒。”

You speak softly and pleasantly.

你说话轻声和愉快。

Speak softly to the animal (no loud Shouting).

轻声的对它说(不要大声咆哮)。