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shortage in German

shortage in German is Mangel, Knappheit — shortage means a situation where there is not enough of something needed.

shortage in German

Mangel
noun
A lack or deficiency; an insufficient amount.
Knappheit
noun
A lack or deficiency; an insufficient amount.

What does "shortage" mean?

  1. noun A situation where there is not enough of something needed.
    "Because of a water shortage, the village had to ration supplies."
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shortage in a sentence

  • Because of a water shortage, the village had to ration supplies.
  • The hospital is dealing with a severe staff shortage.

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What is "shortage" in German?
"shortage" in German is Mangel, Knappheit. shortage means: A situation where there is not enough of something needed.
How do you use "shortage" in a sentence?
Example: "Because of a water shortage, the village had to ration supplies." In German, "shortage" is Mangel, Knappheit.
Are there other ways to say "shortage" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "shortage": Mangel, Knappheit.
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