No. 11,608 in Spanish

flaquear

To weaken, falter, or lose strength.

In a sentence

Juan comenzó a flaquear al subir la montaña.
Juan started to waver while climbing the mountain.
In this context, 'flaquear' is used to describe physical weakness or loss of strength.
No debemos flaquear frente a las dificultades.
We must not falter in the face of difficulties.
Here, 'flaquear' refers to showing weakness or hesitation before challenges.
Su voz empezó a flaquear mientras explicaba lo sucedido.
Her voice started to falter as she explained what happened.
In this instance, 'flaquear' indicates hesitancy or lack of confidence expressed through voice.

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