zart
Translation
tender, delicate, gentle, soft
Examples
Die zarte Haut eines Babys ist empfindlich.
A baby's delicate skin is sensitive.
Das Fleisch ist sehr zart.
The meat is very tender.
Sie hat eine zarte Stimme.
She has a gentle voice.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + ((noun)) tender/delicate ... A zartes Lächeln appeared on her face.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fein, weich, empfindlich; Antonyms: hart, rau, grob
Etymology
From Old High German 'zart', meaning 'dear, precious', related to tenderness and delicacy.
Memory Tips
Think of 'zart' as the 'art' of being gentle. Or connect it to 'Zartbitterschokolade' (dark chocolate), which is 'tenderly bitter'.