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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈsʌtəl/
subtle means: Small or gentle enough to be difficult to notice.
adjective
HARD TO NOTICEB2
Small or gentle enough to be difficult to notice.
- There is a subtle difference in color.
- She gave him a subtle hint.
- I noticed subtle changes in his voice.
FINE DETAILSC1
Involving small but important differences that need careful thought to understand.
- Her argument is quite subtle.
- The law makes a subtle distinction between these cases.
- His subtle reasoning was difficult to follow.
Questions about subtle
What does subtle mean?
Small or gentle enough to be difficult to notice.
What is subtle in other languages?
Türkçe: ince · Español: sutil · Français: subtil · Deutsch: subtil · Italiano: sottile · 日本語: 微妙な
How do you pronounce subtle?
It is pronounced /ˈsʌtəl/.
How do you use subtle in a sentence?
There is a subtle difference in color. She gave him a subtle hint.
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