debilidad
Su mayor debilidad es la falta de confianza.
His greatest weakness is a lack of confidence.
Lack of physical strength or energy.
Siento una gran debilidad en las piernas.
I feel great weakness in my legs.
Often used to describe physical frailty or fatigue.
A character flaw or vulnerability.
Su debilidad es que no sabe decir que no.
His weakness is that he doesn't know how to say no.
Refers to a trait that makes someone susceptible to failure or manipulation.
A fondness or craving for something (often food).
Tengo una debilidad por el chocolate.
I have a weakness for chocolate.
Commonly used with 'por' to indicate a specific liking or indulgence.
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Pro Tip
Preposition Usage
When expressing a fondness for something, always use 'debilidad por' + noun/infinitive. Example: 'Tengo debilidad por los gatos' (I have a weakness for cats).
Gold Rule
Gender Agreement
Remember that 'debilidad' is a feminine noun. Use 'la debilidad', 'una debilidad', 'mi debilidad', not 'el' or 'un'.
Word Origin
From Latin 'debilitas', derived from 'debilis' (weak), from 'de-' (down, away) + 'valere' (to be strong).
Usage Notes
In Spanish, 'debilidad' is frequently used in the plural ('debilidades') when referring to character flaws or specific cravings. It is a feminine noun.