subtle – Deutsch–English translations

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subtle adjective

  /ˈsʌtl̩/ , /ˈsʌtəl/ , [ˈsʌɾɫ̩]
  • of an argument or concept, words, etc.: requiring one to distinguish between fine points, especially if it is difficult to do so; difficult to grasp; not easily understood or obvious
subtil, dezent, fast unmerklich, feinsinnig, haarfein
  • of a person or animal, or of an action or words: clever or skilful in a crafty or devious way (cognates)
subtil

subtleness noun

  • property of being subtle
Hintergründigkeit, Nuanciertheit, Subtilität, Zwischentöne
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