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sensible

sen-SEE-blehsenˈsible

sensitive

Also: tender, emotional
A small, cartoonish character sitting with a single tear rolling down their cheek, holding a wilting flower, illustrating emotional sensitivity.

📝 In Action

Mi hijo es muy sensible y llora con facilidad viendo películas tristes.

A2

My son is very sensitive and cries easily watching sad movies.

Tiene la piel sensible, así que debe usar jabones especiales.

B1

She has sensitive skin, so she must use special soaps.

Ella es una persona sensible que siempre se preocupa por los demás.

B1

She is a caring person who always worries about others.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • ser sensible a – to be sensitive to
  • punto sensible – sore/sensitive point

noticeable

Also: significant, perceptible
Adjectivem/fB2formal
A field of uniform green grass with one distinct, large patch of bright purple flowers that stands out clearly, representing a noticeable difference.

📝 In Action

La empresa experimentó un aumento sensible en sus ventas después de la campaña.

B2

The company experienced a noticeable increase in its sales after the campaign.

Hubo una mejora sensible en la calidad del sonido.

C1

There was a significant improvement in sound quality.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • apreciable (appreciable)
  • notorio (clear/evident)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • cambio sensible – noticeable change
  • diferencia sensible – significant difference

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✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: sensible

Question 1 of 2

Which English word is the correct translation for the Spanish adjective 'sensible'?

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The word comes directly from the Latin *sensibilis*, meaning 'capable of sensation' or 'perceptible by the senses.' It shares a root with the Spanish verb 'sentir' (to feel).

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: sensitiveFrench: sensibleItalian: sensibile

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I say 'He is a sensible person' (meaning reasonable/smart) in Spanish?

You must use a different word to avoid confusion! Say 'Él es una persona razonable' or 'Él es prudente.' Using 'sensible' here would mean he is 'sensitive.'

Does 'sensible' change its ending for masculine and feminine nouns?

No. 'Sensible' is an adjective that stays the same for both masculine and feminine nouns because it ends in -e. It only changes when you make it plural: 'sensibles'.