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    Delicados (en. Delicate)

    /de-li-ka-dos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That requires careful handling due to its fragility.
    Delicate objects must be handled with care.
    Los objetos delicados deben ser manejados con precaución.
    That is subtle or refined.
    The dress has a delicate design that makes it special.
    El vestido tiene un diseño delicado que lo hace especial.
    That is sensitive or prone to react emotionally.
    He is a delicate person who gets offended easily.
    Es una persona delicada que se ofende con facilidad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'delicatus', meaning 'delicate, soft'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a delicate stomach
    To be sensitive to certain foods or situations.
    tener un estómago delicado
    sensitive matter
    A topic that requires tact when addressed.
    asunto delicado
    delicate treatment
    A careful way of treating a person or situation.
    trato delicado

    Related Words

    delicacy
    Quality of being delicate or fragile.
    delicadeza
    sensitivity
    Ability to react emotionally.
    sensibilidad
    fragility
    Quality of being fragile or not resistant.
    fragilidad

    Slang Meanings

    A person who gets offended easily.
    Don't say that to him, he is very delicate.
    No le digas eso, es muy delicado.
    Something that needs special care.
    That situation is too delicate to approach directly.
    Esa situación es muy delicada para abordarla de manera directa.