heikel
delicate
Etwas ist schwierig oder gefährlich und man muss vorsichtig sein.
The German word "heikel" is an adjective meaning "delicate," "sensitive," or "tricky". It describes situations or topics that require careful handling to avoid problems or misunderstandings.
Similar words in German:
- sensibel (sensitive)
- kompliziert (complicated)
- kritisch (critical)
Difference:
"Heikel" often implies a focus on the potential for difficulty or embarrassment in handling a matter, whereas "sensibel" focuses on emotional sensitivity, "kompliziert" on complexity, and "kritisch" on the importance or urgency of a situation.
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Examples
Die Situation ist sehr heikel.adjective
The situation is very delicate.
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