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understated

неброский

Meaning of understated

low-key

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EN-UK/ˌʌndəˈsteɪtɪd/
EN-US/ˌʌndərˈsteɪtɪd/
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understated with Russian translation

understated usage examples

🇮🇩ID🇬🇧EN

She prefers understated jewellery that goes with every outfit.

🇮🇩ID🇬🇧EN

The hotel's decor is understated but very comfortable.

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understated belongs to the topic "Style and Taste". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

understatedsederhana
shirtkemeja
skirtrok
pantscelana
trouserscelana panjang
jeansjeans
shortscelana pendek

understated synonyms

Related words worth learning together

modest
Implies humility or moderation; can refer to size, ambition or style.
subdued
Muted in tone or colour; calm and toned down rather than bright.
unassuming
Describes a person who does not seek attention or show off.
muted
Describes colours or sounds that are softened or toned down.
subtle
Emphasizes fine or delicate differences; not obvious rather than merely not showy.
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🇬🇧en

Implies humility or moderation; can refer to size, ambition or style.

B2Very Often

They live in a modest, understated home.

🇬🇧en

Muted in tone or colour; calm and toned down rather than bright.

C1Often

The house is painted in subdued tones.

🇬🇧en

Describes a person who does not seek attention or show off.

C1Often

He's an unassuming artist despite his fame.

🇬🇧en

Describes colours or sounds that are softened or toned down.

B2Often

She chose muted makeup for the portrait.

🇬🇧en

Emphasizes fine or delicate differences; not obvious rather than merely not showy.

C1Very Often

The film uses subtle symbolism rather than overt statements.

🇬🇧en

Simple and unadorned; can imply lack of style or attractiveness.

B2Very Often

She prefers plain dresses without frills.

🇬🇧en

Denotes lack of complexity or ornamentation; neutral and broad.

B1Very Often

He chose a simple, understated ring.

D
🇬🇧en
discreet

Implies carefulness and tact to avoid drawing attention or causing offense.

C1Often

Be discreet about the negotiations; don't discuss them publicly.

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understated meaning: what does it mean?

low-key

understated pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

understated is pronounced as /ˌʌndəˈsteɪtɪd/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

understated definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

She prefers understated jewellery that goes with every outfit. Translation: Она предпочитает неброские украшения, которые подходят к любому наряду.

Is understated part of Style and Taste vocabulary?

Yes, understated (неброский) can be learned in the Style and Taste topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is understated part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?

Yes, understated (неброский) 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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