Grammar fix
weak point
area that is not strong
A part of something or someone that is not as good as the rest and could cause problems.
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
Math has always been my weak point at school.
One weak point of my hometown is the lack of public transport, which makes it difficult for people to get around.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: Spelling is my week point.
Say: Spelling is my weak point.
'Weak' (not strong), not 'week' (seven days).
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
Natural; 'principal area of vulnerability' is appraisal-form language.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
a weak point
- spot
- find the
- main
- exploit