局限性
The state of being limited or having restrictions; the qualities that prevent someone or something from being as effective as they could be.
Examples
3 of 5我们必须意识到这个理论的局限性。
We must be aware of the limitations of this theory.
虽然这项技术很先进,但仍存在局限性。
Although the technology is advanced, it still has limitations.
作者在文章最后讨论了研究的局限性。
The author discussed the limitations of the research at the end of the article.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of '局' (office/room) + '限' (limit). If you are stuck in a room, you have limits (limitations).
Quick Quiz
尽管这个实验很成功,但样本数量太小是它的一个主要___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 局限性
Examples
我们必须意识到这个理论的局限性。
academicWe must be aware of the limitations of this theory.
虽然这项技术很先进,但仍存在局限性。
formalAlthough the technology is advanced, it still has limitations.
作者在文章最后讨论了研究的局限性。
academicThe author discussed the limitations of the research at the end of the article.
由于地理局限性,该地区的贸易发展缓慢。
businessDue to geographical limitations, trade development in the region is slow.
个人的视野往往有很大的局限性。
everydayAn individual's perspective often has significant limitations.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
历史局限性
historical limitations
自身的局限性
one's own limitations
地理局限性
geographical limitations
Often Confused With
缺点 refers to a flaw or error (weakness), while 局限性 refers to inherent constraints or a limited scope.
Usage Notes
Essential for Critical Thinking sections in IELTS, where you must evaluate the flaws of an argument or experiment.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '限制' when '局限性' (the abstract noun for the state of being limited) is more precise in academic writing.
Memory Tip
Think of '局' (office/room) + '限' (limit). If you are stuck in a room, you have limits (limitations).
Word Origin
From '局限' (to limit/confine) + suffix '性'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
尽管这个实验很成功,但样本数量太小是它的一个主要___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 局限性
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记载
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主旨
B1The main idea, gist, or central theme of a text, speech, or lecture.
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