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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.
    "The hospital is dealing with a severe staff shortage."

shortage in a sentence

  • The hospital is dealing with a severe staff shortage.
  • A shortage of chips slowed down car production worldwide.

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Frequently asked questions

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: "The hospital is dealing with a severe staff shortage." 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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