娇气

嬌氣
jiāoqi
adjective HSK 7-9 #32,853

Meanings

  1. 1 squeamish
  2. 2 delicate
  3. 3 fragile
  4. 4 fussy

Characters

Literally 'pampered manner' - squeamish or delicate

Examples

HSK 4
Tā yìdiǎn yě bù jiāoqi, shénme kǔ dōu néng chī.
He's not at all squeamish; he can endure any hardship.
HSK 7-9
Bié nàme jiāoqi, shuāi yì jiāo méishénme dàbuliǎo de.
Don't be so delicate, falling down is no big deal.

Tips

usage
娇气 describes someone who can't tolerate hardship or discomfort, often due to being pampered. It's mildly critical. Can describe people or even plants (这种花太娇气 = this flower is too delicate).

Stroke Order

jiāo