Die Nuance
Example: Die Nuance in seiner Stimme verriet seine wahre Absicht deutlich.
Definition
"Die Nuance" refers to a subtle or slight difference in meaning, expression, sound, or feeling that can significantly affect interpretation or perception. It highlights fine distinctions that may not be immediately obvious but are important in understanding context or intention.
Etymology
The word "die Nuance" comes from the French word 'nuance,' which means a shade or subtle difference. It originally referred to slight variations in color but has since broadened to include subtle differences in other areas like meaning or tone. Did you know that "Nuance" traces back to the Latin 'nubes,' meaning cloud, suggesting something delicate and fleeting?
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"Die Nuance" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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