# delegate vs delicate

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### delegate
*noun · IPA /ˈdɛlɪɡət/ · frequency rank #11,197*
A person authorized to act as representative for another; a deputy.

### delicate
*adjective · IPA /ˈdɛl.ɪ.kət/ · frequency rank #7,003*
Easily damaged or requiring careful handling.

## Source
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