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subtle in Portuguese

subtle in Portuguese is sutil, subtil — subtle means so slight or delicate that it is barely noticeable.

subtle in Portuguese

sutil
adj
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.
subtil
adj
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?

  1. adjective So slight or delicate that it is barely noticeable.
    "There was a subtle hint of vanilla in the coffee."
  2. adjective Requiring careful thought to notice or understand; not obvious.
    "The novel makes a subtle argument about memory and guilt."
  3. 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 Portuguese

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Frequently asked questions

What is "subtle" in Portuguese?

"subtle" in Portuguese is sutil, subtil. 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 Portuguese, "subtle" is sutil, subtil.

Are there other ways to say "subtle" in Portuguese?

Yes — Portuguese has 2 translations listed for "subtle": sutil, subtil.

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