sensitive
Significado: Quick to detect or respond; easily hurt emotionally; requiring careful handling
Sensitive describes someone or something that responds readily to slight changes, influences, or signals. For people, it can mean being easily upset or offended, or being thoughtful and aware of others' feelings. It also describes information or topics that must be handled carefully due to their delicate nature.
Ejemplos
- She has very sensitive skin. 她的皮肤非常敏感。Tiene la piel muy sensible.彼女はとても敏感肌です。그녀는 피부가 매우 민감합니다.
- This is a sensitive subject, so please be tactful. 这是一个敏感的话题,所以请注意措辞。Este es un tema delicado, así que por favor sea discreto.これはデリケートな話題ですので、配慮をお願いします。이것은 민감한 주제이니 신중하게 다뤄 주세요.
- He's quite sensitive about his weight. 他对自己的体重很敏感。Es bastante sensible respecto a su peso.彼は自分の体重についてかなり敏感です。그는 자신의 체중에 대해 상당히 예민합니다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From Medieval Latin 'sensitivus' meaning 'capable of sensation', from Latin 'sensus' (feeling, sense), past participle of 'sentire' (to feel, perceive). The emotional sense of 'easily hurt' appeared in the 17th century.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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