準備をするにしても、時間が足りない。
Even if we prepare, there isn't enough time.
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I feel like this dish lacks a bit of salt.
テストの時間が足りなくて焦ってしまった。
I panicked because I didn't have enough time for the test.
彼はプロとしての自覚が足りない。
He lacks the awareness of a professional.
準備は足りないが、現場に行けばなんとかなるだろう。
Preparation is insufficient, but things will probably work out once we get to the site.
繁忙期には人手が足りなくて大変だ。
It is tough because of the labor shortage during the busy season.
このプラモデルを完成させるには、まだいくつかのパーツが足りない。
To complete this plastic model, some parts are still missing.
この魚は焼きが足りない。
This fish isn't grilled enough.
最近は仕事が忙しくて、寝が足りない。
I've been busy with work lately, so I haven't had enough sleep.
神への信心が足りない。
You lack faith in God.
Usage Notes
Used when something reaches a necessary amount or quality. Often used in the negative form '足りない' to mean 'insufficient'.
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