🇬🇧🇪🇸 delicate - delicado : English Lesson
adjective
Meaning of "delicate" ("delicado"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.
When something is described as delicate, it means it is fragile and can be easily broken, damaged, or harmed. Delicate things often require careful handling and gentle treatment because they are not strong or sturdy.
The waiter said the dessert was delicate, so naturally, I dropped it on the floor before even taking a bite.
I tried to pet a butterfly, but it was so delicate, it flew away in terror.
My grandma says her fancy china plates are delicate, which is why I am NOT allowed within ten feet of them.
My aunt gave me a delicate sweater and said, "Only hand wash this!" I heard, "Destroy this in the washing machine."
The cake was so delicate that when I tried to cut a slice, it collapsed like my hopes and dreams on Monday mornings.
On the porch a child held a delicate bird with trembling wings. The bird had a delicate head, a delicate beak, and a delicate body that fit in small hands. The child touched it with a delicate hand, afraid to drop or break it. When the bird opened its eyes and flew, the child smiled with relief.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C1 Advanced
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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