Spanish Conversation · Level 11
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Spanish word
fragilidad
Pronunciation
IPA/fɾaxiliˈðað/
Meaning
- feminine nounfragility
Example
La fragilidad del jarrón se notó al caer.
The fragility of the vase became apparent when it fell.
More examples
La crisis puso de manifiesto la fragilidad de la economía.
The crisis revealed the fragility of the economy.
Core concept
A thin porcelain vase that cracks from a light bump.
Common phrases
poner de manifiesto la fragilidad
reveal the fragility
la fragilidad humana
human fragility
Similar words
delicadeza: Shows fine, delicate workmanship that demands careful handling.
debilidad: Exhibits weakness in force or durability, failing under pressure.
vulnerabilidad: Is susceptible to harm or damage when exposed to hazards or threats.
sensibilidad: Is easily affected by slight changes, sensations, or inputs.
Definition in Spanish
Estado o cualidad de algo o alguien que presenta poca resistencia ante golpes, presión o circunstancias adversas, aplicable tanto a lo material como a lo simbólico.
Word origin
From Latin fragilis 'easily broken', via the noun fragilitas which developed into Spanish fragilidad.
Usage tips
- Fragilidad is commonly followed by de plus the thing that is fragile and is used both literally and figuratively, so naming the fragile element reduces vagueness.
Other meanings
- brittlenessnoun
- frailtynoun
Opposites
- fortalezastrengthnoun
- resistenciaresistancenoun
Related words
- frágilfragileadjective