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“nuance” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/maˈtiθ/

Example

Escucho un ligero matiz de ironía en tu voz.

I hear a slight nuance of irony in your voice.

Illustration for matiz (nuance)

How to say “nuance” in Spanish

“Nuance” in Spanish is matiz.

A barely perceptible tint or emphasis in voice, color, or meaning.

Full entry for matiz: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with matiz

La pintura muestra un matiz emocional que cambia la escena.

The painting shows an emotional nuance that changes the scene.

Tips for using matiz

  • In spoken Spanish, matiz often labels a subtle attitude such as irony rather than a literal color, and context usually signals this use.

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