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känslig
Sensitive.
In a sentence
Han är väldigt känslig och tar kritik hårt.
He is very sensitive and takes criticism hard.
In this sentence, "känslig" is used to describe someone's emotional sensitivity, emphasizing their vulnerability to external comments or feedback.
Denna utrustning är känslig för temperaturförändringar.
This equipment is sensitive to temperature changes.
Here, "känslig" is applied to describe an object's (the equipment's) susceptibility to external conditions, showcasing its technical or physical sensitivity.
Det är en känslig fråga som kräver noggrann hantering.
It is a sensitive topic that requires careful handling.
In this sentence, "känslig" refers to the complexity or delicacy of a subject matter, indicating the need for caution or diplomacy in its approach.
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