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    Délicat (en. Delicate)

    /de.li.kɑ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who is fine, light or fragile.
    This fabric is very delicate.
    Ce tissu est très délicat.
    Who relies on a precarious balance or sensitive information.
    It's a delicate question to ask.
    C'est une question délicate à poser.
    Who shows finesse or sensitivity in behavior.
    She has a delicate taste in music.
    Elle a un goût délicat pour la musique.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'delicatus' meaning 'soft', 'sensual' or 'refined'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a delicate subject
    a subject that requires caution and sensitivity.
    un sujet délicat
    to have a delicate taste
    to have a refined and demanding taste.
    avoir un goût délicat
    to handle with delicacy
    to act with care and precaution.
    traiter avec délicatesse
    a delicate fragrance
    a light and subtle fragrance.
    un parfum délicat
    a delicate situation
    a situation that requires special attention.
    une situation délicate

    Related Words

    delicacy
    Quality of that which is delicate.
    délicatesse
    delicately
    In a delicate manner.
    délicatement
    delicious
    Which has a pleasant taste.
    délicieux

    Slang Meanings

    Something light or pleasant.
    This dish is really delicate!
    Ce plat est vraiment délicat!
    Referring to a sensitive personality.
    He is always delicate about his feelings.
    Il est toujours délicat sur ses sentiments.