sensibel/zɛnˈziːbl̩/sensitive; delicate; touchy
sensibel is a German adjective that means sensitive, delicate, or touchy. It is pronounced /zɛnˈziːbl̩/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "sensibler" and "sensibelsten".
Definitions
1.sensitive to the feelings or needs of others; easily affected emotionally(personality/character)
a.showing empathy and understanding
Sie ist sehr sensibel und merkt sofort, wenn es jemandem schlecht geht.—She is very sensitive and immediately notices when someone isn't doing well.
b.easily hurt emotionally
Er ist ein sensibler Mensch und nimmt Kritik sehr ernst.—He is a sensitive person and takes criticism very seriously.
2.delicate or easily affected by external factors(objects/systems)
a.susceptible to damage or changes
Dieses Instrument ist sehr sensibel und muss vorsichtig gehandhabt werden.—This instrument is very sensitive and must be handled carefully.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | sensibel |
|---|---|
| Comparative | sensibler |
| Superlative | sensibelsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "sensibel" mean in English?
- "sensibel" means sensitive, delicate, or touchy. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "sensibel"?
- "sensibel" is pronounced /zɛnˈziːbl̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "sensibel"?
- The comparative of "sensibel" is "sensibler" and the superlative is "sensibelsten".
- What part of speech is "sensibel"?
- "sensibel" is a adjective in German.
