Chinese word

薄弱

Pronunciation

Pinyinbó ruò

Meaning

  • adjectiveweak

Example

他的基础很薄弱，需要多练习。tā de jī chǔ hěn bó ruò xū yào duō liàn xí

His foundation is very weak, so he needs more practice.

Illustration for 薄弱 (weak)

More examples

必须检查所有可能的薄弱环节。bì xū jiǎn chá suó yǒu kě néng de bó ruò huán jié

All possible weak links must be checked.

Core concept

A support or force that is too thin to stand firm or make a lasting impact.

Common phrases

  • 环节薄弱huán jié bó ruò

    weak link

  • 意识薄弱yì shí bó ruò

    poor awareness

  • 技能薄弱jì néng bó ruò

    weak skills

Similar words

弱ruò: Describes a person, ability, force, or result that lacks enough strength or power.
软弱ruǎn ruò: Describes a will or character too weak for firm decisions or resistance.
虚弱xū ruò: Describes a physically frail state with low vitality and immunity, causing fatigue and illness.

Definition in Chinese

力量、效果或影响力不足，看起来不够强或稳固。lì liàng xiào guǒ huò yíng xiǎng lì bù zú kàn qǐ lái bú gòu qiáng huò wěn gù

Word origin

薄 (bó, "thin") + 弱 (ruò, "weak") combines a lack of substance with a lack of force, describing something unreliable because its strength is insufficient.

Usage tips

  • Everyday Chinese uses this adjective mainly for abstract matters such as preparation, evidence, links, and influence; health descriptions usually use a different adjective.

Other meanings

  • inadequacynoun

Opposites

Related words

  • 薄弱点bó ruò diǎnweak pointnoun

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