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fragile

/ˈfrædʒaɪl/
frag · ile ˈfrædʒ · aɪl
English Definition
adj. easily broken or damaged
中文释义
脆弱的，易碎的
Significado en Español
frágil
한국어 뜻
깨지기 쉬운
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
mong manh, dễ vỡ
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Example Sentence

The fragile vase was carefully wrapped to prevent damage.

那个易碎的花瓶被小心包裹以防损坏。

Synonyms
delicate brittle breakable frail
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
frag(break) + -ile(easy...to) → fragile, easily broken.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the best synonym for the word “fragile”:

  1. A sturdy
  2. B durable
  3. C delicate
  4. D robust
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C — delicate. “fragile” means adj. easily broken or damaged

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The glass sculpture is so ________ that even a small tap could damage it.

  1. A durable
  2. B fragile
  3. C sturdy
  4. D robust
Show answer

B — fragile. “fragile” means adj. easily broken or damaged

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Common questions about “fragile”

What does “fragile” mean?

fragile — adj. easily broken or damaged. In Chinese: 脆弱的，易碎的.

How do you pronounce “fragile”?

fragile is pronounced /ˈfrædʒaɪl/. It breaks into 2 syllables: frag · ile.

How do you use “fragile” in a sentence?

The fragile vase was carefully wrapped to prevent damage. (那个易碎的花瓶被小心包裹以防损坏。)

What are synonyms for “fragile”?

delicate, brittle, breakable, frail — all close in meaning to fragile (adj. easily broken or damaged).

Is “fragile” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. fragile appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “fragile”?

frag(break) + -ile(easy...to) → fragile, easily broken.

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