Meaning 1formal · 82%
Handled quietly so outsiders do not notice or learn private details.
Natural examples
Die Ärztin führte ein diskretes Gespräch mit dem Patienten.
The doctor had a discreet conversation with the patient.
Bitte behandeln Sie die Beschwerde diskret.
Please handle the complaint discreetly.
Er fragte diskret nach dem freien Platz.
He quietly asked about the available seat.
Usage note
Diskret often describes confidential matters or unobtrusive actions. It compares as diskreter, am diskretesten.
Mini-lesson: diskret
Handled quietly so outsiders do not notice or learn private details. Diskret often describes confidential matters or unobtrusive actions. It compares as diskreter, am diskretesten.
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