CEFR B2 · Higher-level words

shortfall

/ˈʃɔːtfɔːl/ 📚 Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

A shortfall is a deficit or a failure to reach an expected or required amount, especially of money or resources.

Synonyms

deficit shortage deficiency lack gap

Antonyms

surplus excess abundance plenty

Translations

shortfall in your language

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عربي

النقص يعني وجود كمية أقل مما هو مطلوب أو متوقع.

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اردو

شارٹ فال کا مطلب ہے کہ کسی چیز کی مطلوبہ مقدار سے کم ہونا۔

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हिंदी

शॉर्टफॉल का अर्थ है कि किसी चीज़ की अपेक्षित मात्रा से कम होना।

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中文

shortfall 意味着低于预期或所需的数量。

Easy Explanation

It means you have less than you need. There isn't enough of something. It's a shortage or a deficit.

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Memory TipRemember 'shortfall' as 'falling short' of what is needed.

Contextual Examples

The company experienced a significant shortfall (lack of something) in its quarterly earnings, surprising investors.

Despite their efforts, there was a noticeable shortfall (not enough) in the project's budget, requiring additional funding.

The government addressed the shortfall (missing amount) of affordable housing by implementing new construction programs.

Pronunciation & Context