subtil
subtle
Meaning of subtil
fein und kaum merklich, z. B. eine leise Farbe oder ein leichter Duft
not obvious; delicate and understated, like a soft colour
Pronunciation
subtil with English translation
subtil usage examples
Das Muster ist sehr subtil.
The pattern is very subtle.
Sie trägt subtilen Schmuck.
She wears subtle jewelry.
subtil synonyms
What's the difference between subtil, zurückgenommen, unauffällig, sensibel, dezent, and diskret
Muted, restrained, intentionally not expressive; often used for style, colors, or presentation.
Inconspicuous, not standing out; can be neutral or desirable in contexts of appearance and behavior.
Advanced: broader words
Reserved in behavior, tactful, careful not to draw attention.
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Questions about this word
What does subtil mean?
not obvious; delicate and understated, like a soft colour
How do you pronounce subtil?
subtil is pronounced [zʊpˈtiːl].
How is subtil used in a sentence?
The pattern is very subtle. Translation: Das Muster ist sehr subtil.
Is subtil part of Style and Taste vocabulary?
Yes, subtil (subtle) can be learned in the Style and Taste topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is subtil part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, subtil (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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