欠乏
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Noun meaning a lack or deficiency of something. Used in formal contexts, e.g., 『水の欠乏』 (mizu no ketsubou, 'water shortage').
Theme
Two colleagues, Kenji and User, are discussing supply chain issues at their logistics company during a meeting.
欠乏
けつぼう
shortage
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Picture a pantry with almost no food — a shortage. 『欠乏』 (ketsubou, 'shortage') sounds like 'cut supply' — when supplies are cut, you have a shortage!
Cultural Note
『欠乏』 (ketsubou, 'shortage') is often used in news or discussions about resources, such as water or food shortages, reflecting societal concerns in Japan.
Forms
Base: 欠乏Noun meaning a lack or deficiency of something. Used in formal contexts, e.g., 『水の欠乏』 (mizu no ketsubou, 'water shortage').