不足
ふそく
fusoku
nounVocabularyLevel 47 - JLPT N3

Quick answer

不足 (ふそく (fusoku)) means "lack · deficit · shortage". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

lack · deficit · shortage

Also : lack · deficit · shortage · scarcity · deficiency

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.

私は不足が好きです。

わたしはふそくがすきです。

I like insufficiency.

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