to hint
01
ほのめかす, 暗示する
to indirectly suggest something
Transitive: to hint at sth | to hint that
例
The teacher hinted at the upcoming exam by discussing the importance of consistent studying.
先生は、一貫した勉強の重要性について議論することで、今後の試験についてほのめかした。
She subtly hinted that she preferred a certain restaurant for dinner by mentioning its delicious desserts.
彼女はおいしいデザートに言及することで、夕食には特定のレストランを好むことをさりげなくほのめかした。
Hint
01
a small but appreciable amount of something
例
Add a hint of cinnamon to the batter.
There was a hint of lemon in the sauce.
02
ヒント, 示唆
a slight suggestion or piece of advice that shows how a problem is solved
例
She gave him a subtle hint about where to find the missing key, hoping he would pick up on it.
彼女は彼に、失くした鍵を見つける場所について微妙なヒントを与え、彼がそれを察することを望んだ。
The crossword puzzle included helpful hints to assist solvers in completing the challenging grid.
クロスワードパズルには、挑戦的なグリッドを完成させるのに役立つ便利なヒントが含まれていました。
03
a sign or clue of a possible opportunity
例
The market shows hints of recovery.
The project gives hints of future expansion.
04
a barely detectable or minimal amount of something
例
There was a hint of hesitation in his voice.
I sensed a hint of doubt in her reply.
