subtle features
[ˈsʌtəl ˈfiːtʃərz]
noun phrase
características sutis
1. Delicate, understated, or barely noticeable characteristics or qualities of something that require careful attention to perceive
The painting's subtle features reveal themselves only upon close inspection.
As características sutis da pintura se revelam apenas em um exame minucioso.
2. Fine distinctions or nuances that are not immediately obvious or apparent
The subtle features of the language make it difficult for beginners to master.
As características sutis da língua tornam difícil para iniciantes dominá-la.
3. In technical or scientific contexts, small details or elements that have significant importance despite being inconspicuous
Machine learning algorithms can detect subtle features in images that humans might miss.
Algoritmos de aprendizado de máquina podem detectar características sutis em imagens que humanos podem não notar.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, understanding 'subtle features' is valued in art criticism, literary analysis, and technical fields. In Brazil, there's particular emphasis on recognizing subtle features in social and cultural contexts, while in the USA, this term is frequently used in technology, design, and scientific discourse.
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