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weak point

[/wiːk pɔɪnt/]
nounpl: weak points
ponto fraco
1. An aspect of something or someone that is not strong, vulnerable, or lacking in quality; a disadvantage or area of deficiency
His weak point is mathematics, but he excels in languages.
Seu ponto fraco é matemática, mas ele se destaca em línguas.
2. A structural or physical vulnerability that can be exploited or damaged
The enemy discovered the fortress's weak point and attacked through the eastern wall.
O inimigo descobriu o ponto fraco da fortaleza e atacou pela parede leste.
3. An emotional or psychological vulnerability
Her weak point is criticism; she takes it very personally.
Seu ponto fraco é crítica; ela leva muito para o lado pessoal.
Synonyms
weaknessvulnerabilityshortcomingdeficiencyAchilles' heel
Antonyms
strong pointstrengthadvantageasset

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ponto fraco
most common and universally understood
São Paulo
ponto fraco
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
ponto fraco
standard usage
Portugal
ponto fraco
standard usage; also 'calcanhar de Aquiles' (Achilles' heel) in more formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

Achilles' heel
blind spot
soft underbelly
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