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').