nicety
/ˈnaɪsəti/
CEFR level C2Topic SocietyWord #7037 in the learning path
微妙细节；细微差别
Definitions
n. A small detail or distinction requiring careful understanding
微妙细节；细微差别
n. A small convention of polite social behaviour
礼节；礼仪细节
Example
I am still learning the niceties of formal dining.
我还在学习正式用餐的礼仪细节。
Understanding the niceties of legal language is essential when translating international agreements that affect trade and environmental protection.
翻译涉及贸易和环境保护的国际协议时，理解法律语言的细微差别至关重要。
Collocations
- the niceties of
- social niceties
- legal niceties
- to a nicety
Word family
- nice (adj.)
- nicely (adv.)
Synonyms
- subtlety
- fine point
Usage tip
多用复数 niceties，勿直接理解为“美好”。
FAQ
- What does nicety mean?
- A small detail or distinction requiring careful understanding A small convention of polite social behaviour
- How is nicety pronounced?
- UK /ˈnaɪsəti/, US /ˈnaɪsəti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
