zurückhaltend — meaning in English

English meaning

aloof adj Distant or reserved in manner, keeping oneself apart emotionally or socially.
auxiliary adjective Providing extra help or support to something else, rather than being the main part.
cagey adj Careful and guarded about what you say or reveal; reluctant to share information.
closemouthed adj Unwilling to share your thoughts, plans or information with others.
coy adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
defensive adjective Intended to protect against attack or criticism.
demure adjective Quiet, modest, and reserved in manner.
low-key adverb Slightly, quietly or secretly; used before an admission the speaker is only half owning up to.
reticent adj Unwilling to share thoughts, feelings, or information freely.
temperate adj Mild, not extreme in temperature or climate.
tentative adjective Not yet certain or fixed; provisional, subject to change.

zurückhaltend is used for these senses in English:

aloof Reserved and remote; either physically or emotionally distant; standoffish.
auxiliary Held in reserve for exceptional circumstances.
cagey Wary, careful, shrewd.
closemouthed reticent, secretive or uncommunicative
coy (archaic) Quiet, reserved, modest.
coy Soft, gentle, hesitating.
defensive Performed so as to minimise risk.
low-key (by extension) Restrained, subtle, not trying to attract attention. [from 20th c.]

adjective Providing extra help or support to something else, rather than being the main part.
noun A verb, such as "have," "be," or "will," used together with another verb to show tense, mood, or voice.