不足

bù zú

HSK 5

Meaning

不充足；不够。

Insufficient; lacking.

常用来表示数量、程度或条件上的欠缺，可作为形容词或名词使用。

Often used to indicate a deficiency in quantity, degree, or condition, can be used as an adjective or noun.

1 他的经验不足，需要更多培训。 (His experience is insufficient; he needs more training.)
2 由于资金不足，项目被迫暂停。 (Due to insufficient funds, the project was forced to suspend.)
3 这次考试的准备时间不足，导致成绩不理想。 (The preparation time for this exam was insufficient, resulting in unsatisfactory results.)
4 睡眠不足会影响身体健康。 (Lack of sleep can affect physical health.)
5 这个方案还有不足，需要进一步完善。 (This plan still has shortcomings and needs further improvement.)

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