words fail me I cannot find the proper words to describe my thoughts and feelings; I am unable to express my reaction, often because the situation is shocking, surprising, or unusual; we can also say "I'm speechless." 1. Words fail me when I think of what he has done! 2. I would like to tell you about the difficulties in this African country but I can't. Words just fail me! 3. Words fail me to describe how beautiful was my girlfriend in her new dress. P.S. 每一堵墙都是一扇门 Every wall is a door