不足
ふそく
fusoku
VocabularyLevel 47 - JLPT N3
Meaning
insufficiency
shortage
Signification
insuffisance
pénurie
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 不足 (ふそく) means 'insufficiency'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of insufficiency.
Example Sentences
睡眠不足で体がつらい。
すいみんぶそくでからだがつらい。
My body feels bad due to lack of sleep.
Mon corps souffre d'un manque de sommeil.
材料が不足しているので買いに行く。
ざいりょうがふそくしているのでかいにいく。
The materials are insufficient so I'll go buy some.
Les matériaux sont insuffisants donc j'irai en acheter.
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