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finura

[fi-NU-ra]
nounfemininepl: finuras
fineness, delicacy, refinement
1. The quality of being fine, thin, or delicate in texture or structure
The fineness of the fabric was remarkable.
A finura do tecido era notável.
2. Elegance, refinement, or sophistication in behavior or appearance
She carried herself with great fineness and grace.
Ela se comportava com grande finura e graça.
3. Subtlety or delicacy in artistic or intellectual work
The fineness of the artist's brushwork was extraordinary.
A finura do trabalho do pincel do artista era extraordinária.
4. Purity or quality of a precious metal (especially gold or silver)
The fineness of the gold was 24 carats.
A finura do ouro era de 24 quilates.
Synonyms
delicadezarefinamentoelegânciasutilezapureza
Antonyms
grosseriavulgaridaderudezatosquice

Regional Variations

Portugal
finura
Standard usage, commonly used for delicacy and refinement
Brazil
finura
Standard usage, particularly common in formal or literary contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

com finura - with delicacy/refinement
finura de trato - refined manners/courtesy
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