その古い時計には繊細な細工が施されている。
Delicate craftsmanship has been applied to that old clock.
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He is a person with a delicate heart and is sensitive to the emotions of others.
彼はとても繊細な神経の持ち主だ。
He is a person with very sensitive nerves (sensitivity).
彼はワイルドな見た目とは裏腹に、とても繊細な性格をしている。
Contrary to his wild appearance, he has a very delicate personality.
彼は趣味で繊細なガラス細工を作っている。
He makes delicate glasswork as a hobby.
彼はとても繊細で、傷つきやすい性格をしている。
He is very delicate and has a sensitive personality.
ショパンの曲は、どれも繊細で美しい旋律が特徴だ。
Chopin's pieces are all characterized by delicate and beautiful melodies.
彼女の小説は、繊細な筆致が特徴だ。
Her novel is characterized by its delicate writing style.
彼女の筆使いはとても繊細だ。
Her brushwork is very delicate.
観客はピアニストの繊細な調べを諦聴した。
The audience listened attentively to the pianist's delicate melody.
Usage Notes
Describes fine beauty, or emotional/sensory sensitivity. Often used for people who are easily affected or for intricate art.
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