| Id | ESLPod_0331_WE_0337 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 331 |
| Episode Title | Washing Clothes |
| Phrase | delicates |
| Text | In this podcast, the word "delicates" means clothing that is made from special fabrics that need to be washed carefully so that they don't fall apart: "Do you have any delicates in here, or can I wash everything together in the washing machine?" As an adjective, the word "delicate" means fragile, or something that breaks very easily: "These sculptures are very delicate, so please keep them away from small children." When talking about skin, the word "delicate" means skin that is damaged easily, or that is very sensitive: "This soap is specially designed for delicate skin." The word "delicate" can also refer to something that needs to be handled very carefully: "Talking to a woman about her weight is a very delicate subject, so be careful what you say." |
| Topics | Home + Community |
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