This is the 4232nd most frequent French word.
délicat
"Delicate" or "sensitive."
Here, 'délicat' refers to the physical property of the fabric being fragile and needing careful treatment.
Ce tissu est très délicat, il faut en prendre soin.
This fabric is very delicate; it needs to be handled with care.
In this sentence, 'délicat' is used to indicate the complexity and sensitivity of the situation.
La négociation des termes du contrat est une affaire délicate.
Negotiating the terms of the contract is a delicate matter.
Here, 'délicat' describes a person's nature as being considerate and thoughtful.