🇬🇧🇨🇳 vulnerable - 易受伤害的 : English Lesson

Meaning of "vulnerable" ("易受伤害的"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

When someone or something is not well-protected and can be easily harmed, hurt, or affected—whether it’s physically, emotionally, or even in a funny situation.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

I felt vulnerable holding an ice cream cone near my dog—he’s faster than me.

My sandwich was vulnerable the moment my little brother spotted it.

My hairstyle was vulnerable to the wind, and the wind definitely won.

My secret candy stash was vulnerable after my sister became a detective.

The last slice of pizza looked vulnerable sitting there… so I rescued it by eating it.

A small boy stood on the wet dock, vulnerable as wind pushed waves. His friend felt vulnerable seeing him alone, vulnerable with no coat, vulnerable near the edge. A stranger saw the vulnerable child, took his hand, wrapped a coat around him, and led him home. The boy stopped shaking and smiled, safe at last.

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This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.

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