“脆弱”常见的英文表达有 fragile、vulnerable 和 delicate,具体使用哪个词取决于语境:
1、 Fragile:
含义:指物体容易破碎、损坏,或人、系统等容易受到伤害、不稳定。
例句:
The vase is very fragile, so handle it with care.(这个花瓶非常脆弱,拿的时候要小心。)
She has a fragile health and needs constant care.(她身体脆弱,需要持续的照顾。)
2、 Vulnerable:
含义:强调易受攻击、伤害或影响的特性,常用于描述人、群体或系统处于易受伤害的状态。
例句:
Children are often more vulnerable to diseases.(儿童通常更容易受到疾病的侵害。)
In this economic climate, many small businesses are vulnerable.(在这种经济环境下,许多小企业都很脆弱。)
3、 Delicate:
含义:常用来形容事物精致、易碎,或人的情感、健康等需要小心呵护。
例句:
This is a delicate piece of art, so don't touch it.(这是一件精致的艺术品,不要碰它。)
She's in a delicate state of mind right now.(她现在心理状态很脆弱。)