Italian Word · Advanced
sfumatura
nuance / shade (of meaning)
Pronunciation: sfoo-mah-TOO-rah
Meaning
A subtle difference in meaning, expression, or sound.
Example
C'è una sottile sfumatura di significato tra i due termini.
There is a subtle nuance of meaning between the two terms.
Practice tips
- Practice sfumatura out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Italian word is for advanced-level learners.