🇯🇵 How to say

“weak” in Japanese

弱いよわい
Illustration of "weak" in a Japanese 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

弱い describes physical weakness, often used for body parts like arms or legs, and can imply a need for care or support.

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