synonym Comparative
欠ける
VS
不足する
Differences Between "欠ける" and "不足する"
Option A
欠ける
Meaning
to be chipped, to be broken, to lack, to be missing
Reading
かける (kakeru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
このコップは縁が少し欠けている。
The rim of this glass is slightly chipped.
Option B
不足する
Meaning
to lack, to be insufficient, to run short
Reading
ふそくする (fusoku suru)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
時間が不足しています。
We are short on time.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to be chipped, to be broken, to lack, to be missing)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 欠ける: Intransitive verb. Indicates that a part of something is gone, missing, or that something is incomplete.
- 不足する: A verb used to describe a state where something is not enough or runs out. Often used with resources, supplies, or time.
- 欠ける: Intransitive verb. Indicates that a part of something is gone, missing, or that something is incomplete.
- 不足する: A verb used to describe a state where something is not enough or runs out. Often used with resources, supplies, or time.
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