Delicacy

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛlɪkəsi/

Definitions of delicacy

noun sensitivity or tact in dealing with others

Example Sentences

A1 Sushi is a delicacy from Japan.

A2 I tried a new delicacy at the street food market.

B1 Eating caviar is considered a delicacy in many cultures.

B2 Truffles are a highly sought-after delicacy in the culinary world.

C1 The chef prepared a delicate and exquisite delicacy for the VIP guests.

C2 The restaurant is known for its unique and innovative delicacies that surprise and delight diners.

Examples of delicacy in a Sentence

formal The chef prepared a traditional French delicacy for the distinguished guests.

informal I tried a new delicacy at the street food festival and it was amazing!

slang Have you ever tasted that seafood delicacy? It's to die for!

figurative Her kindness towards others is a delicacy in today's world.

Grammatical Forms of delicacy

• past tense: delicacies
• plural: delicacies
• comparative: more delicate
• superlative: most delicate
• present tense: delicacy
• future tense: will delicacy
• perfect tense: has delicacy
• continuous tense: is delicacy
• singular: delicacy
• positive degree: delicate
• infinitive: to delicacy
• gerund: delicacying
• participle: delicacyed

Origin and Evolution of delicacy

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'delicacy' originated from the Latin word 'delicatia', meaning luxury or pleasure.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'delicacy' has evolved to refer to something rare, expensive, or considered a treat, especially in terms of food.