débil
Derivado del latín 'debilis', que significa 'débil' o 'frágil'.
ADJ
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weak
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frail
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feeble
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vulnerable
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fragile
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debilitated
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(The nuance of 'débil' can vary greatly depending on context, as it also implies emotional or psychological weakness, which does not cleanly translate to a single term.)
An adjective describing a lack of strength, power, or resilience. It can refer to physical weakness in a person or object, making them weak, frail, or fragile. It also applies to non-physical aspects, such as a feeble argument, a vulnerable position, or a dim light. A significant nuance of 'débil' is its use to describe emotional or psychological weakness, such as being easily affected or lacking resolve, which doesn't always translate directly to a single English term and implies a broader spectrum of vulnerability or fragility in character or spirit.
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- El anciano estaba muy débil después de la enfermedad. — The old man was very weak after the illness.
- La silla vieja es muy débil y podría romperse. — The old chair is very fragile and could break.
- Su argumento era demasiado débil para convencer al jurado. — His argument was too weak to convince the jury.
- Se sintió débil emocionalmente después de la noticia. — She felt emotionally vulnerable after the news.
- La luz de la vela era muy débil. — The candlelight was very dim.