부족

부족

"부족" means "lack" or "shortage" in English.

In this sentence, '부족' refers to a deficiency or insufficient amount, specifically related to time.

시간이 부족해서 일을 끝낼 수 없었어요.

I couldn't finish the work due to a lack of time.

Here, '부족' is utilized to describe an inadequacy in an abstract quality or emotional state, namely confidence.

그는 자신감을 부족한 것 같아요.

He seems to have a lack of confidence.

In this usage, '부족' signifies an inadequacy in a numerical or measurable resource, such as budget or funds.

예산이 부족하지만 방법을 찾아야 합니다.

Even though the budget is insufficient, we need to find a solution.