subtlety

ˈsʌtəlti
subtleties
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Translation of subtlety into German

Noun

1.

hidden detail

something not obvious or easily noticed
Subtilität fUnauffälligkeit f
  • The subtlety of his argument made it difficult to understand..Die Subtilität seines Arguments machte es schwer zu verstehen
2.

communication

quality of being subtle or delicate in meaning or intent
  • Her poetry is full of subtlety and nuance..Ihre Poesie ist voller Feinheit und Nuancen
3.

sharp judgment

capacity to discern fine distinctions
  • He admired her subtlety in understanding complex issues.Er bewunderte ihre Feinfühligkeit im Verständnis komplexer Themen.
4.

indirect methods

ability to achieve goals through indirect means
  • Her subtlety in negotiations led to a successful deal.Ihre Raffinesse in den Verhandlungen führte zu einem erfolgreichen Abschluss.
5.

cooking

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ornate medieval dish or decoration
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  • The banquet featured a subtlety crafted to amaze guests.Das Bankett bot eine Kunstfertigkeit, die die Gäste in Erstaunen versetzte.
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Synonyms and analogies of subtlety in English

Examples of subtlety in a sentence

  • She appreciated the subtlety of his humor.
  • The subtlety of his argument was lost on the audience.
  • She admired the subtlety in his painting techniques.
  • The artist's subtlety was evident in his intricate brushwork.
  • Her subtlety in negotiations led to a successful deal.
  • Diplomacy requires subtlety as well as patience.

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

Noun
dieSubtilitätnf.

Aroma of great subtlety marked by tropical notes and toasted nuances.

Aroma von großer Subtilität von tropischen Noten und gerösteten Nuancen geprägt.

dieFeinheitnf.

In the beginning they provide subtlety and a hint of sweetness.

Im Gin sorgen sie für Feinheit und einen Hauch von Süße.

dieRaffinessenf.

But it will require subterfuge and subtlety, not a red cape.

Das erfordert jedoch List und Raffinesse, kein rotes Cape.

derFeinsinnnm.

Curiosity, intuition and subtlety allow me to discover the unknown.

Neugier, Intuition und Feinsinn ermöglichen mir, Unbekanntes zu entdecken.

dasFeingefühlnn.

Their oblique relationship required subtlety and understanding to navigate successfully.

Ihre komplizierte Beziehung erforderte Feingefühl und Verständnis, um sie erfolgreich zu navigieren.

dieFeinsinnigkeitnf.

Early advertising isn't known for its subtlety.

Anfängliche Werbung ist nicht für ihre Feinsinnigkeit bekannt.

dieTäuschungnf.

Subtlety and formal negations are preferred.

Täuschung und formale Negationen werden bevorzugt.

dieSpitzfindigkeitnf.

Regardless of the topic, his columns impress through a healthy mix of subtlety and indignation.

Ganz egal, welche Themen er aufgreift, seine Kolumnen bestechen mit einer gesunden Mischung aus Empörung und Spitzfindigkeit.

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Other translations for subtlety:

  • Raffiniertheitnf.
  • Scharfsinnigkeitnf.
  • Unauffälligkeitnf.
  • Kunstfertigkeitnf.

subtlety: Examples and translations in context

The delicate colors of the insect are applied with great subtlety.

Die zarten Farben des Insekts sind dagegen mit großer Subtilität gesetzt.

The artist favored a restrained palette that conveyed subtlety and depth.

Der Künstler bevorzugte eine gedämpfte Farbpalette, die Subtilität und Tiefe vermittelte.

It uses the best products that marries elegance and subtlety.

Es nutzt die besten Produkte, die Eleganz und Subtilität heiratet.

This is the kind of subtlety I'm speaking of.

Das ist die Art Subtilität, von der ich spreche.

He preferred ostentatious showcases of talent to subtlety and restraint in his performances.

Er zog aufwendige Darbietungen von Talenten der Subtilität und Zurückhaltung in seinen Auftritten vor.

He always chooses muted colors for his digital designs, appreciating their subtlety.

Er wählt immer gedämpfte Farben für seine digitalen Designs, da er deren Subtilität schätzt.

This rough material perfectly emphasizes the tenderness and subtlety of other tissues.

Dieses raue Material unterstreicht perfekt die Zartheit und Subtilität anderer Gewebe.

The controlled serenity and subtlety of expression are, again, mesmerizing.

Die kontrollierte Abgeklärtheit und Subtilität des Ausdrucks sind wieder hypnotisch.

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