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failing in Spanish

failing in Spanish is defecto, falta, lacra — failing means a weakness or flaw in someone's character or ability.

failing in Spanish

defecto
noun
weakness; defect
falta
noun
weakness; defect
lacra
noun
weakness; defect
a falta de
prep
If what follows is not possible; without.

What does "failing" mean?

  1. noun A weakness or flaw in someone's character or ability.
    "Forgetfulness is her biggest failing, but she is otherwise very reliable."
  2. prep Used to introduce an alternative if the first option is not possible.
    "Failing a quick reply, we will assume you are not coming."
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failing in a sentence

  • Forgetfulness is her biggest failing, but she is otherwise very reliable.
  • Everyone has some failings, and he is open about his own.
  • Failing a quick reply, we will assume you are not coming.
  • Take the bus or, failing that, ask a neighbour for a lift.

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What is "failing" in Spanish?
"failing" in Spanish is defecto, falta, lacra. failing means: A weakness or flaw in someone's character or ability.
How do you use "failing" in a sentence?
Example: "Forgetfulness is her biggest failing, but she is otherwise very reliable." In Spanish, "failing" is defecto, falta, lacra.
Are there other ways to say "failing" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 4 translations listed for "failing": defecto, falta, lacra, a falta de.
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