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弱点

jakuten

Description

「弱点」は、その人やものの弱いところ、うまくできないところを表す言葉です。

"弱点" refers to a person's or thing's weak point or something they cannot do well.

苦手なことや、直したいと思う欠点について話すときによく使います。

It is often used when talking about things you are not good at or flaws you want to fix.

Meanings

弱点jakuten

weak point; weakness; shortcoming

私の弱点は数学です。

My weak point is math.

弱点jakuten

vulnerable point that can be attacked

相手の弱点を見つけて攻めた。

I found my opponent's weak point and attacked.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    弱 (weak) + 点 (point), literally "weak point."

  • Nuance

    弱点 stresses a vulnerability; 短所 is a neutral personal shortcoming.

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