delicacy

• اسم يدل على طعام فاخر أو نادر أو غالي الثمن يُعدّ من أفضل ما يُقدَّم في مطبخ معين أو ثقافة معينة؛ ويُستعمل أيضاً للإشارة إلى شيء نادر يُقدَّر لقيمته أو رقّته.

A noun referring to a choice or expensive food item, often rare or highly prized in a particular culture or cuisine.

1. Rare or expensive foodB2formalculinary

   A choice or expensive food item, often considered a luxury.

   طَعامٌ فاخِر

   • Truffles are considered a delicacy in many cuisines.
   • She ordered the chef's special delicacy for dinner.
   • Caviar is a famous delicacy served at high-end events.

   المرادفاتdaintyluxuryspecialtytreat

2. Fragility or sensitivityB2formal

   The quality of being delicate, fragile, or easily damaged.

   الهشاشة

   • The delicacy of the antique vase required careful handling.
   • He handled the situation with great delicacy.
   • The fabric's delicacy means it must be washed by hand.

   المرادفاتdaintinessexquisitenessfinenessfragilityfrailtysensitivitytendernessvulnerability

   الأضدادdurabilityhardinessrobustnesssturdinesstoughness

3. Tact or sensitivity in behaviorB2formal

   Careful and considerate behavior to avoid offending others.

   اللَّبَاقَة

   • She discussed the sensitive topic with delicacy.
   • The diplomat handled the negotiations with delicacy.
   • He showed great delicacy in addressing her personal issues.

   المرادفاتcareconsiderationdiplomacydiscretionfinessesensitivitysubtletytactthoughtfulness

   الأضدادbluntnesscrudenessindelicacyinsensitivitytactlessness