weak spot

• Ponto vulnerável, defeito ou área de fraqueza em uma pessoa, objeto, sistema ou argumento que está sujeito a ataque, crítica ou falha.

A vulnerable point, flaw, or area of weakness in a person, object, system, or argument that is susceptible to attack, criticism, or failure.

1. Vulnerable pointB2formal

   A specific area or aspect that is vulnerable, fragile, or easily damaged or attacked.

   Ponto fraco

   • The fortress had a weak spot in its northern wall.
   • His lack of experience is his weak spot in negotiations.
   • The team identified a weak spot in the opponent's defense.

2. Personal fondnessB1informal

   A particular thing or person that someone likes very much, often to a fault.

   Fraqueza

   • I have a weak spot for chocolate cake.
   • She has a weak spot for romantic comedies.
   • He has a weak spot for his grandchildren.