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zerbrechlich

fragile, breakable

adjective tser-BREKH-likh Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Quality

Also means

delicate

Usage Note

zerbrechlich is the standard word for objects (glass, porcelain) that break easily; also used figuratively for sensitive people or unstable situations. Zerbrechlich — bitte vorsichtig! appears on postal stickers.

Examples

"Die zerbrechlichen Gläser wurden sorgfältig in Luftpolsterfolie eingewickelt."

Natural Translation

The fragile glasses were carefully wrapped in bubble wrap.

Literal Translation

The fragile glasses were carefully wrapped in bubble wrap.

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