Frail Meaning in English
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Definition
Someone or something that is frail is weak, easily broken, or not strong—often used for people who are old, sick, or delicate.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used to describe physical weakness, especially in elderly people ('a frail old man'). Can also describe fragile objects or weak systems, but more common for people. Not a slang word; formal to neutral.
Spanish: frágil - débilPortuguese (BR): frágil - débilPortuguese (PT): frágil - débilChinese (Simplified): 虚弱 - 脆弱Chinese (Traditional): 虛弱 - 脆弱Hindi: कमज़ोर - नाज़ुकArabic: هش - ضعيفBengali: নাজুক - দুর্বলRussian: хрупкий - слабыйJapanese: 虚弱な - か弱いVietnamese: yếu ớt - mong manhKorean: 연약한 - 허약한Turkish: zayıf - narinUrdu: ناتواں - کمزورIndonesian: lemah - rapuh
Example Sentences
Her bones are frail and break easily.
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My grandfather is too frail to walk long distances.
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He looked too frail to lift the heavy box, but he surprised everyone.
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Their frail friendship didn’t last after the argument.
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The frail old woman sat quietly by the window.
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Even though she’s frail, her spirit is incredibly strong.
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