缺点
A fault, failure, or negative feature of something. It is the antonym of 'advantage' and is used to critique systems, ideas, or products.
Examples
3 of 5人都有缺点。
Everyone has flaws.
这项技术的缺点是成本太高。
The disadvantage of this technology is the high cost.
我们需要正视自身的缺点。
We need to face our own shortcomings.
Word Family
Memory Tip
缺 (lack) + 点 (point) = Lacking a good point.
Quick Quiz
我们讨论了这种能源形式的优点和___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 缺点
Examples
人都有缺点。
everydayEveryone has flaws.
这项技术的缺点是成本太高。
academicThe disadvantage of this technology is the high cost.
我们需要正视自身的缺点。
formalWe need to face our own shortcomings.
这手机唯一的缺点就是屏幕太小。
informalThe only downside of this phone is the small screen.
评估报告列出了该方案的潜在缺点。
businessThe evaluation report listed the potential drawbacks of the scheme.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
优缺点
pros and cons
指出缺点
to point out flaws
改正缺点
to correct faults
Often Confused With
缺陷 implies a more serious structural or biological defect; 缺点 is a general shortcoming.
Usage Notes
Often paired with 优点 in comparative essays.
Common Mistakes
Sometimes learners say '有缺点' for people, which is fine, but '缺陷' is used for products that don't work.
Memory Tip
缺 (lack) + 点 (point) = Lacking a good point.
Word Origin
缺 (incomplete/deficient) + 点 (point).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
我们讨论了这种能源形式的优点和___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 缺点
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