🇺🇸 How to say

“weak” in English

weak
Illustration of "weak" in a English cultural setting
A young woman struggles to lift a heavy box, her arms trembling with effort as she tries to carry it across the room.

Usage note

Use 'weak' to describe a body part that lacks strength or is not strong.

Examples

  • My legs feel weak.

    My legs feel weak.

  • He has a weak arm.

    He has a weak arm.

  • Her grip is weak.

    Her grip is weak.

Quick check

What does "weak" mean?

  • A. weak
  • B. bad
  • C. beautiful
  • D. big

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