No. 2,931 in French
fine
Delicate, elegant, or high-quality.
In a sentence
La couche de peinture sur le mur est très fine.
The layer of paint on the wall is very thin.
In this sentence, 'fine' refers to the physical thinness or delicateness of the paint layer, describing its texture.
Elle a une voix fine et agréable à écouter.
She has a fine and pleasant voice to listen to.
Here, 'fine' is used to describe a voice that is delicate, soft, or subtle, reflecting a qualitative aspect of the sound.
Le vin qu'il a choisi est vraiment très fin.
The wine he chose is truly very fine.
In this sentence, 'fin' (masculine form of 'fine') is used to describe the wine's high quality or refinement, showcasing a figurative usage emphasizing sophistication.
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