shelly

BrE /ˈʃelɪ/ AmE /ˈʃelɪ/

adjective en → es

1 OF SHELLS B2

made of or covered with shells; having a hard outer covering like that of a shellfish

con conchas, de concha

  • [T + obj]

Collocations shelly sand · shelly beach

  • The beach was covered with shelly sand.

    La playa estaba cubierta de arena conchas.

2 PERSON C1

someone who is easily upset or offended; a person who is sensitive and emotional

persona sensible, susceptible

  • [T + obj]

Collocations shelly personality · shelly temperament

  • She's a bit of a shelly, so be careful what you say.

    Ella es un poco sensible, así que ten cuidado con lo que dices.