English–Spanish
“flaw” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/deˈfekto/
Example
Esa chaqueta tiene un defecto.
That jacket has a flaw.
How to say “flaw” in Spanish
“Flaw” in Spanish is defecto.
A shortcoming that reduces the value or effectiveness of a thing or a person.
Example sentences with defecto
Encontraron un defecto de fabricación en la lavadora.
They found a manufacturing defect in the washing machine.
Tips for using defecto
- For products say 'defecto de fábrica' or 'estar defectuoso' and for people use 'defecto de carácter' or 'tener defectos' to refer to character flaws rather than literal damage.
Other Spanish words for “flaw”
Todo el mundo tiene una imperfección.
Everyone has a flaw.