indirect speech 间接引语
indirect communication 间接沟通
indirect reference 间接提及
indirect object 间接宾语
indirect question 间接疑问句
1. Her indirect expression of dissatisfaction was subtle.
她对不满的间接表达很微妙。
2. In diplomacy, indirect expression is often used to avoid offense.
在外交中，间接表达常被用来避免冒犯。
3. The poet used indirect expression to convey his feelings.
诗人通过间接表达来传达他的情感。
A: Why did he not say he was angry?
A：他为什么没有直接说他在生气？
B: He used an indirect expression to hint at his frustration.
B：他使用间接表达来暗示他的挫败感。
1) 一种沟通技巧，通过非直接的方式传达信息。
2) 在语言学中指不直接引用原话的表达方式。
3) 在社交中用于保持礼貌或面子的策略。
1. 间接表达；委婉语
e.g.
The use of indirect expression softened the blow.
间接表达的使用减轻了打击的力度。
noun
1. A way of communicating that is not direct or explicit, often used to be polite or to hide one's true intentions.
Synonym: obliqueness, subtlety, implication