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delicate in Spanish

delicate in Spanish is delicado — delicate means easily damaged and needing careful handling.

delicate in Spanish

delicado
adj
Easily damaged or requiring careful handling.

What does "delicate" mean?

  1. adjective Easily damaged and needing careful handling.
    "Be careful with that old lace, because it is very delicate."
  2. adjective Requiring tact or care because of its sensitive nature.
    "It is a delicate matter, so please do not mention it at dinner."
  3. adjective Fine or subtle in detail, texture, or flavor.
    "The tea has a delicate floral scent that fades quickly."
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delicate in a sentence

  • Be careful with that old lace, because it is very delicate.
  • A baby bird's bones are delicate and can break easily.
  • It is a delicate matter, so please do not mention it at dinner.
  • She handled the delicate situation between the two neighbours with great tact.

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What is "delicate" in Spanish?
"delicate" in Spanish is delicado. delicate means: Easily damaged and needing careful handling.
How do you use "delicate" in a sentence?
Example: "Be careful with that old lace, because it is very delicate." In Spanish, "delicate" is delicado.
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