English–Spanish

“weak” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsoendeble

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈdeβil/

Example

Hoy me siento débil.

Today I feel weak.

Illustration for débil (weak)

How to say “weak” in Spanish

“Weak” in Spanish is débil.

A thin twig snapping when pinched.

Full entry for débil: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with débil

La señal estaba débil y no pude hacer la llamada.

The signal was weak and I couldn't make the call.

Tips for using débil

  • Estar débil signals temporary physical weakness while ser débil marks a more permanent trait, and débil also describes lack of force in things such as argumento débil.

Other Spanish words for “weak”

Su voz endeble apenas se oía.

His weak voice could barely be heard.

“weak” in other languages