drawbacks — disadvantages or negative aspects of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: disadvantages or negative aspects of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdrɔːbæks/
Korean meaning: 단점, 결점, 불리한 점
Korean pronunciation: **드로**백스
Example Sentences
- The only drawback of working from home is that my cat thinks I'm available 24/7 for belly rubs.
- Despite its drawbacks, online learning has become increasingly popular.
- One drawback of being tall is constantly hitting your head on low doorframes.
drawbacks
NOUN//ˈdrɔːbæks//
disadvantages or negative aspects of something
a man holds up a monthly electricity bill while pointing at the large new TV on the wall. His wife stands beside him with a worried expression as they both stare at the high numbers on the bill. The expensive TV that seemed like a great purchase now reveals its costly energy consumption. Their excited faces from buying the TV have turned into concerned frowns as they realize the financial impact. A pile of other monthly bills sits on the coffee table nearby, adding to their stress. the disadvantages or negative aspects of their TV purchase becoming clear
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
원래는 'draw back'이라는 동사구에서 나온 말로, 뒤로 끌어당긴다는 의미에서 '방해가 되는 것, 후퇴시키는 것'이라는 뜻으로 발전했습니다.
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📝Examples
“The only drawback of working from home is that my cat thinks I'm available 24/7 for belly rubs.”
“Despite its drawbacks, online learning has become increasingly popular.”
“One drawback of being tall is constantly hitting your head on low doorframes.”
“We need to consider both the benefits and drawbacks before making a decision.”
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