understated

ˈʌndərˌsteɪtɪd
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Translation of understated into German

Adjective

style

not showy, obvious, or elaborate in style or effect
  • Her understated dress and makeup impressed everyone.Ihr dezentes Kleid und Make-up beeindruckten alle.
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Synonyms and analogies of understated in English

adj.low-keyrestrainedsubtleMore synonyms

Examples of understated in a sentence

  • The restaurant's understated decor focused attention on the food.
understate
ˌʌn.dəˈsteɪt
Verb
tr.
1.

minimize

express something as less important than it is
  • He understated the problem to avoid panic.Er stellte das Problem als weniger wichtig dar, um Panik zu vermeiden.
2.

communication

express with restraint or lack of emphasis
  • He understated his accomplishments during the interview..Er untertrieb seine Leistungen während des Interviews

Expressions with understate: examples in English and translations in German

herunterspielen
untertreiben
He understated his case to avoid drawing attention.

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

Adjective / Participle
dezentadj.

The ostentatious patterns on the wallpaper clashed with the understated furniture.

Die auffälligen Muster an der Tapete kollidierten mit den dezenten Möbeln.

zurückhaltendadj.

Their gestures were understated but conveyed deep affection for one another.

Ihre Gesten waren zurückhaltend, drückten aber tiefe Zuneigung füreinander aus.

schlichtadj.

The company's logo was understated, aligning perfectly with its brand values.

Das Logo des Unternehmens war schlicht und passte perfekt zu seinen Markenwerten.

schlichteadj.

The classic car had an understated beauty that appealed to true enthusiasts.

Der Oldtimer hatte eine schlichte Schönheit, die wahre Enthusiasten ansprach.

unauffälligadj.

Solar and understated, with a sense of refined elegance.

Sonnig und unauffällig, mit einem Gespür für raffinierte Eleganz.

untertriebenadj.

Let's take a look at this understated and tasteful ad.

Schauen wir uns das an untertrieben und geschmackvolle Anzeige.

unterschätztadj./pp.

The kitchen can be raised on a low podium or slightly understated.

Die Küche kann auf einem niedrigen Podest oder leicht unterschätzt werden.

unaufdringlichadj.

The author's writing style is often understated, with subtle depth and emotion.

Der Schreibstil des Autors ist oft unaufdringlich, mit subtiler Tiefe und Emotion.

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Other translations for understated:

  • gedämpftadj.

understated: Examples and translations in context

Old money is often associated with timeless elegance and understated luxury.

Altes Geld wird oft mit zeitloser Eleganz und dezenter Luxus assoziiert.

The garden had an understated charm, with simple plants and clean pathways.

Der Garten hatte einen dezenten Charme mit einfachen Pflanzen und klaren Wegen.

Their wedding had style, from the invitations to the understated floral decorations.

Ihre Hochzeit hatte Stil, von den Einladungen bis zu den dezenten Blumendekorationen.

To achieve elegance, tone the silverware with understated decorations.

Um Eleganz zu erreichen, stimmen Sie das Silberbesteck mit dezenter Dekoration ab.

An understated aesthetic can often be more appealing than something overly extravagant.

Ein dezentes Erscheinungsbild kann oft ansprechender sein als etwas übermäßig Extravagantes.

He appreciated her understated confidence, which spoke volumes without being boastful.

Er schätzte ihre dezente Selbstsicherheit, die ohne Prahlerei Bände sprach.

This elegant, understated pot keeps the plant in primary focus.

Dieser elegante und dezente Topf setzt die Pflanze in den Mittelpunkt.

Clear lines and understated colours lend the rooms a pleasant atmosphere.

Klare Linien und dezente Farben verleihen dem Zimmer eine angenehme Atmosphäre.

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