delicate
/ˈdɛlɪkət/
délicat
📚 Meanings
- 1.
Facilement cassable ou endommageable ; fragile ; ou très fin et subtil.
"L'artiste a peint les pétales délicats de la rose."
- 2.
Nécessitant d'être traité avec soin ou sensibilité car il est facile de contrarier ou de blesser des gens, ou il est complexe.
"C'était une situation délicate qui exigeait du tact et de la discrétion."
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The antique vase was so delicate that we had to handle it with extreme care.
그 골동품 꽃병은 너무 섬세해서 우리는 극도로 조심해서 다루어야 했다.
She has a delicate constitution and often catches colds in winter.
그녀는 몸이 약해서 겨울에 자주 감기에 걸린다.
Talking about politics can be a delicate subject in mixed company.
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