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Hello,1.He's very sensitive to/about his weight.Are both the preposition suitable?Thanks

Vsuresh · Accepted Answer

He is sensitive about his weight.

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hanuman_2000Are both the preposition suitable?

Yes, but the meanings are slightly different, and "about" is probably more common in this context.

You could also say, "He's very sensitive to remarks about his weight.

To be sensitive to something usually describes an involuntary reaction. (He's sensitive to bright light/loud noise.)
The reaction can be positive or negative.

To be sensitive about something usually describes a "personal problem" that one has developed over time.
The reaction is always negative.

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