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    Frágil (en. Fragile)

    /ˈfɾa.xil/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Applies to objects or materials that can break or be damaged easily.
    The glass is a very fragile material.
    El cristal es un material muy frágil.
    Refers to something that is unstable or of little resistance.
    His health is very fragile due to the illness.
    Su salud es muy frágil debido a la enfermedad.
    Describes someone who is sensitive or has delicate emotions.
    His personality is fragile; he needs emotional support.
    Su personalidad es frágil, necesita apoyo emocional.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'fragilis', which means 'that breaks easily'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fragile life
    Refers to a life that can be easily affected by adversities.
    vida frágil
    fragile heart
    Expresses a person's emotional sensitivity.
    corazón frágil
    fragile situation
    Refers to a situation that is unstable and can change easily.
    situación frágil

    Related Words

    delicate
    Requires care, sensitive to damage.
    delicado
    vulnerable
    Can be easily hurt or damaged.
    vulnerable
    unstable
    Not firm or secure, can change or fail.
    inestable

    Slang Meanings

    Emotionally fragile person.
    Don't say that to him, he is very fragile.
    No le digas eso, es muy frágil.
    Something that cannot withstand pressure.
    That project is fragile; it needs more support.
    Ese proyecto es frágil, necesita más soporte.