nounnounadjective

il debole

weak

Che ha poca forza, energia o resistenza.

Debole means weak. It can describe:

A person who lacks physical strength, feels unwell, or lacks determination.
Something that has little force or intensity, such as a weak light, sound, or argument.
A weak point or vulnerability.
As a noun, un debole can mean a soft spot or particular fondness for someone or something.

Debole is an adjective with the same form for masculine and feminine singular nouns. Its plural is deboli. It can also be used as a noun.

It comes from Latin debĭlis, meaning “weak” or “infirm.”

Synonyms: fragile emphasizes vulnerability or a tendency to break; fiacco suggests tiredness or lack of energy; tenue describes something faint or slight.
Antonyms: forte means “strong” in a broad sense; robusto emphasizes a sturdy physical build; intenso is used for something strong in intensity.

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Dopo la corsa mi sento molto debole.adjective

After the run I feel very weak.

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