B2nounfood
US/ˈdel.ɪ.kə.si/
UK/ˈdel.ɪ.kə.si/
a rare or special food that people enjoy, often from a particular place; also great care and tact
In context
Grilled squid with chili salt is a famous delicacy in Phu Quoc.
In some regions, fried crickets are a delicacy rather than a strange snack.
The doctor broke the bad news with great delicacy and patience.
Words that go with delicacy
adjective + noun
- local delicacyTry the local delicacy, a sticky rice cake wrapped in banana leaf.
- rare delicacyWild honey from the mountains is a rare delicacy.
- regional delicacyEach province proudly serves its own regional delicacy at the food fair.
verb + noun
- considered a delicacyBird's nest soup is considered a delicacy in many Asian countries.
noun + preposition
- delicacy ofThe diplomats understood the delicacy of the situation.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Pho is a famous delicious of Hanoi.Correct: Pho is a famous delicacy of Hanoi.