Korean

부족
Meaning: lack; shortage; insufficiency
Part of Speech: Noun

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不
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Example sentences

I couldn't finish my homework because of lack of time.
이 문제의 핵심은 소통 부족에 있다.
The core of this problem lies in a lack of communication.
모든 문제의 근원은 소통 부족이다.
The root of all problems is lack of communication.
새로운 프로젝트가 예산 부족으로 흐지부지 끝나고 말았다.
The new project ended up fizzling out due to a lack of budget.
그는 대대로 재산이 넉넉한 비가에서 태어나 부족 없이 자랐다.
He grew up without lack, born into a family that has been wealthy for generations.
우리는 대화가 부족해지면서 점점 서로에게서 멀어졌다.
We gradually grew distant from each other as we lacked conversation.
이 프로젝트의 가장 큰 문제점은 예산 부족이다.
The biggest problem with this project is the lack of budget.
주차 공간의 부족으로 주민들의 불편이 이만저만이 아니다.
Due to the lack of parking space, the inconvenience for residents is immense.

Usage Notes

Refers to the state of not having enough of something needed or desired.

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