Definition
弱点 (ruò diǎn) is a neutral noun for a 'weakness or weak point' in a person, plan, or system. It is broader than 缺点 (quē diǎn 'shortcoming, defect'), which implies a flaw or fault, and more formal than 短处 (duǎn chù 'shortcoming'), which is more personal and often used for character. 弱项 (ruò xiàng) focuses on a specific area of weakness (e.g., a subject or skill).
noun
weaknessweak pointshortcoming
Examples
- 弱点，。Měi gè rén dōu yǒu zìjǐ de ruò diǎn, chéngrèn tāmen bìng bù róngyì.Everyone has their own weaknesses; admitting them is not easy.
- 弱点。Zhège fāng'àn de ruò diǎn zài yú chéngběn tài gāo.The weakness of this plan lies in the high cost.
- 弱点，。Tā de zuǒ tuǐ shì shēntǐ shàng de yí gè ruò diǎn, pǎobù de shíhou róngyì shòushāng.His left leg is a physical weak point; it's easy to get injured when running.
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