What is the Spanish word for "subtle"?

Learn how to say "subtle" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

subtle

Spanish

sutil

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Alternative translations of "subtle"

delicado
fino
sutilizado
sutilmente

Examples of how to use "subtle" in Spanish

English
There is a subtle difference between the two colors.
Spanish
Hay una diferencia sutil entre los dos colores.
English
She gave a subtle smile at the joke.
Spanish
Ella sonrió discretamente ante la broma.
English
The color change is very subtle now.
Spanish
El cambio de color es muy sutil ahora.
English
He used a subtle hint to help.
Spanish
Él usó una pista sutil para ayudar.
English
A subtle scent filled the warm room.
Spanish
Un aroma sutil llenaba la cálida habitación.

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