weakness
Prononciation : [ˈwiːk.nəs]
Contexte : « strengths and weaknesses »
(noun) a lack of strength or power. This means that something is not strong or not able to do something well. If someone has a weakness in school, it might mean they find a subject hard to understand.
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Her weakness in math helped her become better at it after she studied hard.
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He has no weakness when it comes to his athletic abilities; he is great at every sport.
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What is your biggest weakness in school or at work?
Contexte : « personal traits »
(noun) a character trait that makes a person less capable or strong. This could be something like being too shy to speak up in class.
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Her shyness was a weakness, but she worked on it by participating in drama club.
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He tries to hide his weaknesses, but everyone knows he is very confident.
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Can you think of a time when a weakness helped you learn something important?
Contexte : « health »
(noun) a physical condition where a person lacks energy or the ability to do everyday activities. Feeling weak can happen when someone is sick or tired.
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After the flu, she felt a weakness that took a few days to go away.
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He didn't show any weakness while running the marathon; he finished strong.
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Have you ever felt a weakness in your body after being sick?