fragile

• Beschreibt etwas, das leicht zu zerbrechen, zu beschädigen oder zu zerstören ist; auch im übertragenen Sinn für verletzliche oder zarte Dinge oder Personen.

Describes something that is easily broken, damaged, or destroyed.

1. Easily broken or damagedA2formal

   Something that is delicate and can be easily broken, shattered, or damaged.

   Zerbrechlich

   • Be careful with that vase; it's very fragile.
   • The package was labeled 'fragile' to warn handlers.
   • Her fragile health required constant care.

   Synonymebreakablebrittlecrumblydelicateflimsyfrailfrangible

   Antonymedurableresilientstrongsturdytough

2. Emotionally vulnerableB2formal

   Describing a person who is emotionally sensitive or easily upset.

   Emotional verletzlich

   • After the breakup, he felt emotionally fragile.
   • She was in a fragile state after the accident.
   • The child's fragile confidence needed gentle encouragement.

   Synonymebrittledelicatefrailinsecuresensitivetenderthin-skinnedvulnerable

   Antonymehardyresilientstablestoicstrongtoughunflappable

3. Delicate or subtleB1formal

   Used to describe something that is fine, light, or not robust.

   Fein und zart

   • The fragile lace on her dress was beautifully crafted.
   • The fragile ecosystem of the coral reef is under threat.
   • The fragile balance of the economy can be disrupted easily.

   Synonymebrittledaintydelicatefineflimsyfrailtenuous

   Antonymedurablerobuststrongsturdytough