Nuances (en. Nuances)

/nɥɑ̃s/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Subtleties or variations of the same thing.

The nuances of his speech revealed his true feelings.

Les nuances de son discours ont révélé son véritable sentiment.

Slight differences that can lead to different perceptions.

The painting is full of nuances that give it depth.

La peinture est pleine de nuances qui lui donnent de la profondeur.

Aspect or quality that adds complexity to a concept.

There are nuances to consider in this debate.

Il y a des nuances à considérer dans ce débat.

From the Latin 'nuantia', which means 'negation' or 'variation'.

to nuance one's remarks

To express ideas with precision and reservations.

nuancer ses propos

without nuances

In an absolute manner, without considering details or variations.

sans nuances

shade of color

Refinement or slight difference in the shades of a color.

nuance de couleur

nuanceur

Person or tool that adds nuances to a work or speech.

nuanceur

nuanced

Having subtle variations, complex in its essence or expression.

nuancé

Slight variations in style or attitude.

He has a style with nuances that make him unique.

Il a un style avec des nuances qui le rendent unique.

To add a personal touch to something.

His version of the story has a lot of nuances.

Sa version de l'histoire a beaucoup de nuances.