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scarcity in German

scarcity in German is Mangel, Knappheit — scarcity means a shortage; the state of not having enough of something.

scarcity in German

Mangel
noun
(uncountable) The condition of something being scarce or deficient.
Knappheit
noun
(uncountable) The condition of something being scarce or deficient.

What does "scarcity" mean?

  1. noun A shortage; the state of not having enough of something.
    "The scarcity of housing pushed rents higher."
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scarcity in a sentence

  • The scarcity of housing pushed rents higher.
  • Economists study how scarcity affects prices.

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What is "scarcity" in German?

"scarcity" in German is Mangel, Knappheit. scarcity means: A shortage; the state of not having enough of something.

How do you use "scarcity" in a sentence?

Example: "The scarcity of housing pushed rents higher." In German, "scarcity" is Mangel, Knappheit.

Are there other ways to say "scarcity" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "scarcity": Mangel, Knappheit.

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