sensibilidad extrema
/sensibilidad eɡstɾema/from spelling rules
Extreme sensitivity in Spanish is sensibilidad extrema.
This phrase describes a state of being unusually reactive to physical stimuli or emotional triggers.
How do you pronounce it?
/sensibilidad eɡstɾema/
Did you know?
- The word sensibilidad shares an ancient ancestor with the English word 'sentinel', as both stem from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to feel' or 'to perceive'.
- In Spanish, the adjective extrema can also refer to a geographical region. 'Extremadura' is a community in western Spain, named for being at the 'extreme' edge of the territory.
- If you are talking about 'extreme sensitivity' to light or sound, Spanish speakers often prefer the term hipersensibilidad over sensibilidad extrema.
Examples in context
- La extrema sensibilidad de su piel le causa molestias constantes.The extreme sensitivity of her skin causes her constant discomfort.
- Su sensibilidad extrema ante la crítica la hace vulnerable.Her extreme sensitivity to criticism makes her vulnerable.
- Juan tiene la sensibilidad a flor de piel y se emociona con cualquier cosa.Juan has extreme sensitivity and gets emotional over anything.
- Tiene una sensibilidad extrema a la luz solar.He has an extreme sensitivity to sunlight.
- Su sensibilidad extrema le impide dormir bien.Her extreme sensitivity prevents her from sleeping well.
- La sensibilidad extrema puede ser un problema en este trabajo.Extreme sensitivity can be a problem in this job.
Example conversation
Alejandro and Sofía are discussing a new medication's side effects.
- Alejandro¿Has notado algún efecto secundario?Have you noticed any side effects?
- SofíaSí, tengo una sensibilidad extrema a los olores.Yes, I have an extreme sensitivity to smells.
- AlejandroEso suena muy incómodo para ti, Sofía.That sounds very uncomfortable for you, Sofía.
- SofíaEs verdad, es muy difícil de manejar.It's true, it is very difficult to manage.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries sensibilidad, CC BY-SA 4.0.
