subtle in French
subtle in French is subtil, délicat — subtle means so slight or delicate that it is barely noticeable.
subtle in French
subtil
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.
délicat
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."
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.
Similar words in French
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Frequently asked questions
What is "subtle" in French?
"subtle" in French is subtil, délicat. 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 French, "subtle" is subtil, délicat.
Are there other ways to say "subtle" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "subtle": subtil, délicat.
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