delicate
gb/dˈɛlɪkɪt/ us/dˈɛlɪkɪt/
A2
Английский
~ 1800
Значения
0 значений
adjective
A2
property
1
Easily damaged or broken
Easy to break or damage because it is thin or light.
Модель употребления:
[something] is delicate
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'delicate' with 'elegant', but 'delicate' here means physically fragile, not stylish.
Синонимы
fragile (Implies vulnerability to damage, often physical.)
Антонимы
durable (Describes something strong and able to last without damage.)
Коллокации
delicate fabric
|delicate glass
|delicate structure
|delicate flowers
Темы
daily life
|objects
|materials
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- The antique vase is very delicate, so handle it with care.
- These flowers are too delicate to survive the cold weather.
- She wore a dress made from delicate silk.
Примеры для изучающих
- The cup is delicate.
- The flower is delicate.
- The box is delicate.
adjective
B1
property
2
Needing careful handling
Needing to be dealt with carefully because it is easy to upset or damage.
Модель употребления:
a delicate [situation/matter/task]
Частая ошибка:
Learners may incorrectly apply 'delicate' to situations where 'difficult' fits better; 'delicate' implies special care or tact.
Синонимы
sensitive (Emphasizes emotional or social caution rather than physical fragility.)
Антонимы
straightforward (Easy to handle without special care.)
Коллокации
delicate situation
|delicate matter
|delicate negotiations
Темы
emotions
|communication
|work
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- They are discussing a delicate political issue.
- Handling customer complaints can be a delicate matter.
- He has a delicate role in the peace talks.
Примеры для изучающих
- This is a delicate question.
- We have a delicate job today.
- It is a delicate problem.
adjective
B1
property
3
Fine and light in appearance or texture
Looking or feeling light, thin, and beautiful.
Модель употребления:
delicate [features/design/pattern]
Синонимы
dainty (Small, pretty, and often fragile-looking.)
Антонимы
coarse (Rough in texture or appearance.)
Коллокации
delicate features
|delicate lace
|delicate design
Темы
art
|appearance
|nature
|core_vocabulary
|arts_entertainment
Примеры
- She painted the scene with delicate brushstrokes.
- The cake was decorated with delicate sugar flowers.
- His face had delicate features.
Примеры для изучающих
- The dress has a delicate pattern.
- She has a delicate face.
- The bird has delicate wings.
adjective
B2
property
4
Subtle pleasant taste or smell
Tasting or smelling nice in a soft way, not strong.
Модель употребления:
delicate [flavor/aroma/scent]
Синонимы
subtle (Suggests something understated and refined.)
Антонимы
strong (Intense and easily noticeable in taste or smell.)
Коллокации
delicate flavor
|delicate aroma
|delicate scent
Темы
food
|senses
|food_drink
Примеры
- The soup has a delicate flavor of herbs.
- This tea has a delicate aroma.
- The perfume is light and delicate.
Примеры для изучающих
- The cake has a delicate taste.
- I smell a delicate flower.
- The tea is delicate.
adjective
B2
property
5
Physically weak or fragile in health
Not strong and becoming sick easily.
Модель употребления:
[someone] is delicate
Синонимы
frail (Physically weak, especially due to age or illness.)
Антонимы
robust (Strong and healthy.)
Коллокации
delicate constitution
|delicate health
Темы
health
|body
Примеры
- She has been in delicate health since childhood.
- His constitution is too delicate for strenuous exercise.
- The patient was too delicate to travel.
Примеры для изучающих
- My grandmother is delicate.
- He is in delicate health.
- The baby is delicate.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
delicate
IPA
GB/dˈɛlɪkɪt/
US/dˈɛlɪkɪt/
Слоги и ударение
del - ic - ate (3 слога)
Stress on 1st syllable (del)
Формы слова
Adjective
- Base: delicate
Родственные слова
Core family
delicately
adverb B1
delicacy
noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
indelicate
adjective
Выражения
a delicate balance
1/ə dˈɛlɪkɪt bˈæləns/
fixed phrase
Situation needing careful proportion control
A situation where different things must be kept equal carefully.
Примеры
- Maintaining work-life harmony is often a delicate balance.
- The ecosystem depends on a delicate balance of species.
in delicate health
1/ˈɪn dˈɛlɪkɪt hˈɛlθ/
fixed phrase
Physically weak or sickly condition
Not strong and often sick.
Примеры
- She has been in delicate health for years.
- His mother is in delicate health these days.
tread carefully
1/tɹˈɛd kˈɛɹfəli/
idiom
Act with great caution
To be very careful about what you do or say.
Примеры
- You should tread carefully when giving criticism.
- They are treading carefully to avoid making mistakes.
tread carefully
2/tɹˈɛd kˈɛɹfəli/
idiom
Act cautiously to avoid offense or trouble
Be careful what you do or say so you do not cause trouble.
Примеры
- You need to tread carefully when discussing politics at work.
- He tread carefully around the subject of her family.
handle with care
1/hˈændəl wˈɪθ kˈɛɹ/
fixed phrase
Treat gently to avoid damage
Be very careful when you touch or move this thing so it does not break.
Примеры
- The box is marked 'Fragile: Handle with care'.
- These boxes contain glassware, so please handle with care.
- The box says "Fragile: handle with care" on the side.
- Please handle with care; it's very old and valuable.
- Fragile items must be handled with care during shipping.
- These samples are very delicate, so please handle them with care.