hint
hint
hɪnt
hint
British pronunciation
/ˈhɪnt/

Definizione e significato di "hint"in inglese

to hint
01

accennare

to indirectly suggest something
Transitive: to hint at sth | to hint that
to hint definition and meaning
example
Esempi
The teacher hinted at the upcoming exam by discussing the importance of consistent studying.
L'insegnante ha accennato al prossimo esame discutendo dell'importanza di uno studio costante.
She subtly hinted that she preferred a certain restaurant for dinner by mentioning its delicious desserts.
Ha accennato sottilmente che preferiva un certo ristorante per cena menzionando i suoi deliziosi dessert.
01

a small but appreciable amount of something

hint definition and meaning
example
Esempi
Add a hint of cinnamon to the batter.
There was a hint of lemon in the sauce.
02

allusione

a slight suggestion or piece of advice that shows how a problem is solved
example
Esempi
She gave him a subtle hint about where to find the missing key, hoping he would pick up on it.
Gli ha dato un indizio sottile su dove trovare la chiave mancante, sperando che lo cogliesse.
The crossword puzzle included helpful hints to assist solvers in completing the challenging grid.
Il cruciverba includeva suggerimenti utili per aiutare i risolutori a completare la griglia impegnativa.
03

a sign or clue of a possible opportunity

example
Esempi
The market shows hints of recovery.
The project gives hints of future expansion.
04

a barely detectable or minimal amount of something

example
Esempi
There was a hint of hesitation in his voice.
I sensed a hint of doubt in her reply.
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