No. 11,301 in French
raffinés
"Raffinés" means "refined" or "sophisticated" in English.
In a sentence
Les plats servis lors de la réception étaient très raffinés.
The dishes served at the reception were very refined.
The word 'raffinés' is used here as an adjective describing the quality or sophistication of the dishes, likely emphasizing their elegance or delicacy.
Leurs goûts en matière d'art sont particulièrement raffinés.
Their tastes in art are particularly refined.
In this sentence, 'raffinés' is used to describe the cultivated or discerning tastes the individuals have towards art, highlighting their appreciation for subtleties and high-quality workmanship.
Les procédés industriels modernes sont très raffinés.
Modern industrial processes are very sophisticated.
Here, 'raffinés' refers to the complexity or advanced nature of modern industrial techniques, denoting a high level of development and optimization.
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