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    Débil (en. Weak)

    /ˈðeβil/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to something or someone that lacks strength or solidity.
    His argument was weak and didn't convince anyone.
    Su argumento era débil y no convenció a nadie.
    Said of a person: who is not very intelligent or acts without cleverness.
    Don't be weak, think before you speak.
    No seas débil, piensa antes de hablar.
    Who is in a state of physical or vital weakness.
    After the illness, he was feeling very weak.
    Después de la enfermedad, se encontraba muy débil.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'debilis', meaning 'weak, feeble'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    weakness of character
    Lack of moral firmness or resolution.
    debilidad de carácter
    to be weak as a kitten
    To be very weak or in poor health.
    estar débil como un gato
    the weakest link
    The most vulnerable or least strong element in a group.
    la cuerda más débil

    Related Words

    weak
    Having little strength.
    débil
    to weaken
    To make something or someone less strong.
    debilitar
    weakness
    State or condition of being weak.
    debilidad

    Slang Meanings

    Slang used to describe someone not very intelligent.
    Don't be so weak, think a little more!
    No seas tan débil, ¡piensa un poco más!
    Used in a mocking tone to refer to someone who has no character.
    That guy is really weak, he can't make decisions.
    Ese tipo es bien débil, no puede tomar decisiones.