Digite qualquer palavra!

Faults Meaning in English

word · lemma: fault

/ˈfɔɫts/
fawlts
/fˈɒlts/
folts

Definição

'Faults' are mistakes, problems, or weaknesses in someone or something. It can also mean responsibility for something bad that happened.

Uso & Nuances

This word is a bit formal/neutral and used for both objects ('mechanical faults') and people ('character faults'). Common phrases: 'find faults', 'admit your faults', 'it's not your fault'. Sometimes confused with 'mistake' (action, not quality). In geology, a 'fault' means a crack in the earth.

Frases de Exemplo

She always points out other people’s faults.

basic

The machine has some faults that need repair.

basic

We all have our own faults.

basic

Don’t blame yourself, it wasn’t your faults.

natural

His biggest faults are actually what make him interesting.

natural

Despite its faults, the car still runs pretty well.

natural