English–French

“weak” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛbl/

Example

Je me sens faible aujourd'hui.

I feel weak today.

Illustration for faible (weak)

How to say “weak” in French

“Weak” in French is faible.

A weakened signal or person whose power, resistance, or effect falls short of what is strong.

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

Example sentences with faible

Mon téléphone affiche un signal faible.

My phone displays a weak signal.

Tips for using faible

  • For limited ability in a subject, French commonly uses faible en followed by the subject, as in être faible en maths.

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