sensibil
sensitive
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/senˈsi.bil/
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Cultural Note
Being sensibil in Romanian can be both a compliment and a gentle criticism. In romantic contexts, a 'bărbat sensibil' (sensitive man) is increasingly valued by younger Romanians, though traditionally masculinity was associated with stoicism. The word can also mean 'significant' as in 'o diferență sensibilă' (a significant difference).
📝 Example Sentences
Este o persoană foarte sensibilă.
She is a very sensitive person.
Nu fi atât de sensibil la critici.
Don't be so sensitive to criticism.
Subiectul ăsta e sensibil pentru el.
This topic is sensitive for him.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | sensibile |
| masculine_plural | sensibili |
| feminine_singular | sensibilă |
| masculine_singular | sensibil |