weaknesses
word · lemma: weakness
/ˈwiknəsəz/
/wˈiːknəsɪz/
Definition
Aspects or qualities where someone or something is not strong or is likely to fail. 'Weaknesses' can refer to personal limitations, flaws, or less developed skills.
Usage & Nuances
'Weaknesses' is formal-neutral; often used in self-analysis, job interviews ('strengths and weaknesses'), or discussions of character. Frequently paired with 'strengths'. Don't confuse with 'illnesses' or 'weak' when describing health.
Spanish: debilidadesPortuguese (BR): fraquezasPortuguese (PT): fraquezasChinese (Simplified): 弱点Chinese (Traditional): 弱點Hindi: कमज़ोरियाँArabic: نقاط الضعفBengali: দুর্বলতাRussian: слабые стороныJapanese: 弱点Vietnamese: điểm yếuKorean: 약점Turkish: zayıflıklarUrdu: کمزوریاںIndonesian: kelemahan
Example Sentences
Everyone has weaknesses and strengths.
basic
She tries to improve her weaknesses at work.
basic
In interviews, they often ask about your weaknesses.
basic
I know my weaknesses, and I'm working on them.
natural
Chocolate is one of my biggest weaknesses.
natural
If you ignore your weaknesses, they'll hold you back.
natural