subtle in Dutch
subtle in Dutch is subtiel, spitsvondig — subtle means so slight or delicate that it is barely noticeable.
subtle in Dutch
subtiel
Of an argument or concept, words, etc.: requiring one to distinguish between fine points, especially if it is difficult to do so; nice; also (generally) , difficult to grasp; not easily understood or obvious.
spitsvondig
Of an argument or concept, words, etc.: requiring one to distinguish between fine points, especially if it is difficult to do so; nice; also (generally) , difficult to grasp; not easily understood or obvious.
What does "subtle" mean?
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adjective So slight or delicate that it is barely noticeable.
"There was a subtle hint of vanilla in the coffee."
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adjective Requiring careful thought to notice or understand; not obvious.
"The novel makes a subtle argument about memory and guilt."
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adjective Skilled at noticing fine details or handling delicate situations tactfully.
"A subtle diplomat, she smoothed over the disagreement without anyone losing face."
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subtle in a sentence
- There was a subtle hint of vanilla in the coffee.
- She gave him a subtle nod so no one else would notice.
- The novel makes a subtle argument about memory and guilt.
- A subtle diplomat, she smoothed over the disagreement without anyone losing face.
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What is "subtle" in Dutch?
"subtle" in Dutch is subtiel, spitsvondig. subtle means: So slight or delicate that it is barely noticeable.
How do you use "subtle" in a sentence?
Example: "There was a subtle hint of vanilla in the coffee." In Dutch, "subtle" is subtiel, spitsvondig.
Are there other ways to say "subtle" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "subtle": subtiel, spitsvondig.
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