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    Faibles (en. Weak)

    /fɛb/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Referring to something that is not very strong or resilient.
    This branch is too weak to support its weight.
    Cette branche est trop faible pour supporter son poids.
    Said of a person who lacks courage or determination.
    He is too weak to make a difficult decision.
    Il est trop faible pour prendre une décision difficile.
    Having a reduced influence or impact.
    The government has weak power in this situation.
    Le gouvernement a un pouvoir faible dans cette situation.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'flabbilis', derived from 'flabere' meaning 'to blow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    weak arguments
    Arguments that lack solidity or credibility.
    des arguments faibles
    sense of weakness
    The ability or tendency to be vulnerable or less capable.
    sens de la faiblesse
    weak point
    An aspect or characteristic that is weaker than others.
    point faible

    Related Words

    weakness
    The state of being weak or having less strength.
    faiblesse
    fragility
    The quality of being fragile or vulnerable.
    fragilité
    debility
    The state of being weak or very feeble.
    débilité

    Slang Meanings

    Weak-minded
    He only makes weak-minded choices.
    Il ne fait que des choix faibles d'esprit.
    Not solid
    This excuse is really not solid, it's weak.
    Cette excuse est vraiment pas solide, c'est faible.