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"Weak" in Italian: debole
debole
Weak in Italian is debole (DEH-boh-leh). It covers body weakness, a weak argument, and weak coffee or signal. Plural is deboli.
After being sick
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How to pronounce debole
Say it
DEH-boh-leh
/ˈdɛ.bo.le/
Debole stresses DEH: DEH-boh-leh. Same form for masculine and feminine singular.
"Weak" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| debole | weak Default adjective. | Default adjective. |
| mi sento debole | I feel weak Health. | Health. |
| segnale debole | weak signal Phones and Wi-Fi. | Phones and Wi-Fi. |
| caffè debole | weak coffee Taste. | Taste. |
How to use debole in real life
- 1After being sick
Sono ancora un po' debole sulle gambe.
I'm still a bit weak in the legs.
Debole for physical weakness.
- 2Phone reception
Qui il segnale è debole.
The signal is weak here.
Debole for poor signal.
- 3Coffee preference
Preferisco un caffè debole stamattina.
I prefer a weak coffee this morning.
Opposite of caffè forte.
Mistakes English speakers make with debole
Incorrect: Lei è debola.
Correct: Lei è debole.
Singular feminine stays debole.
Incorrect: Mi sento weak oggi.
Correct: Mi sento debole oggi.
Use debole, not English weak.
Good to know
Debole can sound clinical about people, so Italians often soften with un po' debole. For coffee and signal, the bare adjective is fine.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Checking on a friend after the flu
ChatPal
Ti senti ancora debole?
Do you still feel weak?
You
Un po' debole, sì, ma meglio di ieri.
A bit weak, yes, but better than yesterday.
ChatPal
Allora niente palestra oggi.
Then no gym today.
You
Giusto. Anche il caffè lo voglio debole.
Right. I want the coffee weak too.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Weak" in Italian
Does debole change for gender?
Singular stays debole; plural is deboli.
How do I say I feel weak?
Mi sento debole.
What is the opposite of debole?
Forte (strong).
Can debole mean weak Wi-Fi?
Yes: segnale / connessione debole.
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