/deliˈkaðo/

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Translation

delicate, fragile, sensitive

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Word origin

From Latin delicatus ('giving pleasure, dainty, tender'), related to deliciae ('delight').

Origin
Latin
Root
delicatus
English cognates
delicate, delicious

Grammar

Femininedelicada
Masc pluraldelicados
Fem pluraldelicadas

Examples

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This glass is very delicate, be careful.

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We are facing a delicate political situation.

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She has very sensitive skin and burns in the sun.

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It is a sensitive subject, it would be better to discuss it in private.

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The flowers have a delicate scent.

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This word is taught in chapter 26, lesson 8: delicado, femenino, caray and 7 more words.