Faiblement (en. Weakly)

/fɛ.blə.mã/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
In a manner that is lacking in energy or is barely audible.
He spoke weakly during the meeting.
Il a parlé faiblement pendant la réunion.
Without strength or vigor.
The wind was blowing weakly on the beach.
Le vent soufflait faiblement sur la plage.
In a state of weakness or vulnerability.
She felt weakly, barely able to stand up.
Elle se sentait faiblement, à peine capable de se lever.

Etymology

From the Latin 'formaniter' meaning 'weak'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to speak weakly
to express oneself in a quiet voice.
parler faiblement
to react weakly
to respond with little intensity.
réagir faiblement

Related Words

weak
Lacking strength or vigor.
faible
weakness
The state of that which is weak.
faiblesse

Slang Meanings

To be lagging behind.
After a long weekend, I really feel weakly today.
Après un long week-end, je suis vraiment faiblement aujourd'hui.
To have little impact.
His opinion was weakly considered.
Son avis a été faiblement pris en compte.