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nuance

UK //ˈnjuː.ɑːns//US //ˈnuː.ɑːns//

词源

源自法语 'nuance',意为“色调的细微差别”,最早可追溯至拉丁语 'nubes'(云),因其变化多端的光影效果。

noun

❶ 指事物或概念中细微的差异或微妙之处,常用于描述需要仔细观察或体会才能发现的差别。

“The painting captures the subtle nuances of light and shadow.”

(这幅画捕捉了光影的微妙变化。)

“She understands the nuances of human emotions very well.”

(她非常理解人类情感的细微差别。)

同义词:subtlety, shade, gradation, distinction, hint

verb

❶ 通过细微的调整或变化来改进或完善某事物,使其更加精确或适合特定情境。

“The chef nuanced the recipe by adding a pinch of saffron.”

(厨师通过加入一小撮藏红花来微调食谱。)

“He nuanced his argument to address the concerns of the audience.”

(他微调了自己的论点以回应听众的关切。)

同义词:refine, adjust, modify, tweak, adapt

常见短语

subtle nuance — 指极其细微或不易察觉的差别,常用于强调需要高度敏感或专业知识才能发现的细节。

“The subtle nuance in her voice revealed her true feelings.”

(她声音中微妙的差别揭示了她真实的感受。)

cultural nuance — 指文化中特有的细微差别或习惯,通常需要深入了解该文化才能完全理解或正确运用。

“Understanding cultural nuances is essential for effective communication.”

(理解文化上的细微差别对于有效沟通至关重要。)