сдержанный
subtle
restrained
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сдержанный with English translation
сдержанный usage examples
She chose a subtle pattern that only shows up close.
Она выбрала сдержанный узор, который заметен только при близком рассмотрении.
She prefers a subtle necklace rather than big, flashy jewellery.
Она предпочитает сдержанное ожерелье вместо больших броских украшений.
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сдержанный belongs to the topic "Style and Taste". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
сдержанный synonyms
What's the difference between сдержанный / приглушенный / деликатный / неброский / тонкий / мягкий
Neutral and the closest option: moderate, not expressive, not showy or excessive.
He had a restrained tone and calm manners.
У него был сдержанный тон и спокойные манеры.
About something reduced in intensity, brightness, or sound: not sharp, loud, or vivid.
The room had subdued lighting.
В комнате был приглушенный свет.
Emphasizes gentleness, tact, and care; can mean unobtrusive or finely sensitive.
He asked a tactful question and did not embarrass the person.
Он задал деликатный вопрос и не смутил собеседника.
About something that does not attract attention, looks modest and without effect; close to unobtrusive.
His clothes were unobtrusive but neat.
Его одежда была неброской, но аккуратной.
About nuances, distinctions, sensations, or manner: subtle, delicate, requiring attention to detail.
There was a subtle hint in his words.
В его словах был тонкий намек.
About something not harsh, calm, and without pressure; often used for voice, character, light, or style.
She had a soft voice and a calm way of speaking.
У нее был мягкий голос и спокойная манера общения.
About something that does not pressure, does not demand attention, and works very gently; especially used for style, advertising, help, and communication.
The advertising was unobtrusive and did not annoy viewers.
Реклама была ненавязчивой и не раздражала зрителей.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce сдержанный and what this word means
сдержанный translation: subtle. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce сдержанный
[sdʲerˈʐannɨj]
сдержанный translation
subtle
сдержанный examples
She chose a subtle pattern that only shows up close.
сдержанный transcription
[sdʲerˈʐannɨj], сатл
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Questions about this word
сдержанный meaning: what does it mean?
тонкий, сдержанный по выражению и эффекту
сдержанный pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
сдержанный is pronounced as [sdʲerˈʐannɨj]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
сдержанный definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
She chose a subtle pattern that only shows up close. Translation: Она выбрала сдержанный узор, который заметен только при близком рассмотрении.
Is сдержанный part of Style and Taste vocabulary?
Yes, сдержанный (subtle) can be learned in the Style and Taste topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is сдержанный part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, сдержанный (subtle) can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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