a subtle difference
тонкое различие
There's a subtle difference between these two shades of blue.
Между этими двумя оттенками синего есть тонкое различие.
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adjective · C1 · often · UK/US
subtle
subtle
Meaning of subtle
English
not obvious; delicate and understated, like a soft colour
Русский
спокойный, не бросается в глаза, например приглушённый цвет или лёгкий аромат
Pronunciation
British English
/ˈsʌtəl/
American English
/ˈsʌtəl/
subtle with Russian translation
Сочетания и примеры со словом subtle
Типичные сочетания сгруппированы по смыслу. Зелёные слова можно открыть отдельно, чтобы продолжить изучение.
8 сочетаний
Едва заметное
Barely noticeablea subtle hint
тонкий намёк
Drop a subtle hint and see if your partner notices.
Сделай тонкий намёк и посмотри, заметит ли партнёр.
- a subtle changeедва заметное изменение
- subtle signsедва заметные признаки
Неброский вид и вкус
Understated look and tastesubtle makeup
неброский макияж
Subtle makeup works best for daytime interviews.
Для дневных собеседований лучше всего подходит неброский макияж.
a subtle flavor
тонкий вкус
You can taste a subtle flavor of vanilla in the cream.
В креме чувствуется тонкий вкус ванили.
- a subtle colorнеброский цвет
- a subtle scentтонкий аромат
subtle usage examples
🇬🇧English→🇷🇺Russian
She chose a subtle pattern.
Она выбрала неброский узор.
🇬🇧English→🇷🇺Russian
I prefer subtle earrings.
Я предпочитаю неброские серьги.
subtle synonyms
Related word breakdowns
What's the difference between subtle, understated, muted, discreet, refined, elegant, modest, and minimalist
ENShe wore an understated dress that still looked elegant.
ENThe room is painted in muted shades of green.
D
🇬🇧English
discreet
Small and not attracting attention
B2often
ENBe discreet about the surprise party details.
Advanced: broader words
ENThe restaurant offers refined flavours and attentive service.
ENShe chose an elegant solution to the problem.
ENShe was modest about her achievements.
M
🇬🇧English
minimalist
Design style with very few details
B2often
ENThey prefer a minimalist interior with clean lines and little clutter.
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subtle meaning: what does it mean?
not obvious; delicate and understated, like a soft colour
subtle pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
subtle is pronounced as /ˈsʌtəl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
subtle definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Она выбрала неброский узор. Translation: She chose a subtle pattern.
Is subtle part of Style and Taste vocabulary?
Yes, subtle can be learned in the Style and Taste topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is subtle part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, subtle can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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