Spanish Conversation · Level 158
29 words
Spanish word
endeble
Pronunciation
IPA/enˈdeβle/
Meaning
- adjectiveweak
Example
Su voz endeble apenas se oía.
His weak voice could barely be heard.
More examples
El apoyo endeble del gobierno no fue suficiente.
The weak support from the government was not sufficient.
Core concept
A flimsy support barely holding weight.
Common phrases
voz endeble
faint voice
apoyo endeble
weak support
relación endeble
fragile relationship
Similar words
débil: Physically weak or lacking energy, unable to exert normal strength or endurance.
frágil: Brittle and easily broken by impact or pressure, not meant to withstand force.
delicado: Easily damaged and requiring careful handling or special care to avoid harm.
vulnerable: Open to harm or attack and lacking protection, easily affected by outside forces.
Definition in Spanish
Que indica falta de fuerza física o de contundencia en ideas, pruebas o sonidos; algo que parece frágil o insuficiente.
Word origin
From Latin indebilis 'not strong', via Romance forms into Spanish endeble, and thus cognate with débil.
Usage tips
- Often used for fragile things, weak arguments, or faint sounds, while débil is the more natural choice to describe physical weakness or illness.