défaut
flaw, defect, shortcoming
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/de.fo/
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Cultural Note
In French job interviews, 'Quels sont vos défauts ?' (What are your flaws?) is a standard question. The French expect honest self-awareness rather than disguised strengths. The opposite concept is 'qualité' (quality/virtue).
📝 Example Sentences
Tout le monde a des défauts.
Everyone has flaws.
Son plus grand défaut, c'est l'impatience.
His biggest flaw is impatience.