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delicacies

UK //ˈdel.ɪ.kə.si//US //ˈdel.ɪ.kə.si//

词源

源自中古英语 delicacie,来自古法语 delicatesse,最终源于拉丁语 delicatus(精致的,娇嫩的)。

noun

❶ 指精致美味的食物,通常因其稀有、昂贵或制作工艺复杂而受到珍视。常用于描述高档餐饮或地方特色美食。

“The restaurant is famous for its local delicacies.”

(这家餐厅以其地方特色美食而闻名。)

“We tried various seafood delicacies during our trip.”

(我们在旅行中品尝了各种海鲜美味。)

❶ 也可指需要小心处理的精细物品或微妙情况,强调其脆弱或易损的特性。

“The negotiation required handling with the delicacy of a diplomat.”

(这次谈判需要以外交官的谨慎态度来处理。)

“These porcelain vases are real delicacies that need special care.”

(这些瓷花瓶是真正的易碎品,需要特别小心保管。)

同义词:gourmet food, dainties, treats, specialties, finer things

常见短语

culinary delicacies — 特指烹饪艺术中的精致美食,强调其制作工艺和独特风味。

“The festival showcased culinary delicacies from around the world.”

(这个节日展示了来自世界各地的烹饪美食。)

handle with delicacy — 表示需要以极其谨慎和温柔的方式处理某事物或情况。

“The antique furniture must be handled with delicacy during transportation.”

(这件古董家具在运输过程中必须小心轻放。)