subtle

ˈsʌtəl
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Translation of subtle into German

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Adjective

1.

faint

barely noticeable or indistinct
subtil kaum wahrnehmbar fein zart
  • There was a subtle hint of vanilla in the cake.Es gab einen subtilen Hauch von Vanille im Kuchen.
2.

delicate sensory

delicate and complex in a pleasant way
  • The wine had a subtle aroma of berries.Der Wein hatte ein subtiles Aroma von Beeren.
3.

clever design

cleverly designed or contrived
  • The subtle design of the gadget impressed everyone.Das raffinierte Design des Gadgets beeindruckte alle.
4.

acute

capable of making fine distinctions
  • A subtle mind can discern minute details..Ein subtiler Verstand kann winzige Details erkennen
5.

cunning person

cunning or skillful in achieving goals
  • She used a subtle approach to win the negotiation.Sie nutzte einen geschickten Ansatz, um die Verhandlung zu gewinnen.
6.

hidden harm

working in a hidden and harmful way
  • The disease had a subtle onset, making it hard to detect.Die Krankheit hatte einen subtilen Beginn, was sie schwer erkennbar machte.
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Expressions with subtle: examples in English and translations in German

äußerst offensichtlich
sehr kraftvoll
His criticism was subtle as a sledgehammer, leaving no room for doubt.
subtile Hinweise
She gave subtle cues to show she was interested.

Synonyms and analogies of subtle in English

Examples of subtle in a sentence

  • Her subtle smile conveyed her true feelings.
  • Her subtle smile conveyed more than words could.
  • The artist used subtle colors to enhance the painting's depth.
  • The architect's subtle use of space was brilliant.
  • Her subtle approach to the problem was effective.
  • Her subtle observations often went unnoticed.

Translations of "subtle" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Adjective
subtiladj.

Signs of domestic violence can be subtle and difficult to recognize.

Anzeichen für häusliche Gewalt können subtil und schwer zu erkennen sein.

dezentadj.

Her makeup was subtle yet becoming, enhancing her natural allure.

Ihr Make-up war dezent, aber vorteilhaft und betonte ihre natürliche Ausstrahlung.

feinstofflichadj.

I want to give a few examples of this subtle energetic realm.

Ich möchte für diesen feinstofflichen Bereich ein paar Beispiele geben.

feinadj.

She remains tuned to the subtle cues in her baby's behavior.

Sie achtet stets auf die feinen Signale im Verhalten ihres Babys.

feineadj.

The ring caught the light, revealing a subtle engraving along its inner edge.

Der Ring fing das Licht ein und enthüllte eine feine Gravur entlang seiner Innenseite.

zartadj.

Rimless glasses with subtle contours could also be perfect for your face.

Auch randlose Brillen mit zarten Konturen könnten Ihnen gut zu Gesicht stehen.

raffiniertadj.

The subtle interior of this semi-detached villa is colourful and stylish.

Die halb freistehende Villa ist raffiniert eingerichtet, farbenfroh und stilvoll.

feinsinnigadj.

It is attentive, subtle, has a story to tell.

Er ist aufmerksam, feinsinnig, hat immer etwas zu erzählen.

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Other translations for subtle:

  • leiseadj.
  • schlauadj.
  • scharfsinnigadj.
  • spitzfindigadj.
  • listigadj.
  • kaum wahrnehmbaradj.
  • ausgetüfteltadj.
  • heimtückischadj.
  • fast unmerklichadj.
  • haarfeinadj.

subtle: Examples and translations in context

The subtle irony in her novel was completely beyond his grasp.

Die subtile Ironie in ihrem Roman lag völlig außer seiner Reichweite.

The interview became a subtle duel of wits between journalist and politician.

Das Interview wurde zu einem subtilen Wortgefecht zwischen Journalist und Politiker.

A direct request can often yield better results than a subtle hint.

Eine klare Bitte führt oft zu besseren Ergebnissen als eine subtile Andeutung.

He's a person who prefers a direct manner over subtle hints.

Er ist jemand, der eine direkte Art subtilen Andeutungen vorzieht.

Only someone with a trained eye can notice such subtle design flaws.

Nur jemand mit geschultem Auge bemerkt so subtile Designfehler überhaupt.

He appreciated the subtle backing that supported his lead guitar.

Er schätzte die subtile Begleitung, die seine Leadgitarre unterstützte.

Only someone with an eagle eye would notice that subtle change in design.

Nur jemand mit adlerauge würde diese subtile Änderung im Design bemerken.

The fragrance had a subtle womanly scent of flowers and vanilla.

Der Duft hatte ein subtil weibliches Aroma von Blumen und Vanille.

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subtle cues
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