This is the 6592nd most frequent German word.
engpässe
"Engpässe" means "bottlenecks" or "shortages" in English.
In this sentence, 'Engpässe' refers to logistical or supply shortages, specifically challenges in the availability of resources.
Es gibt oft Engpässe bei der Versorgung mit Rohstoffen.
There are often shortages in the supply of raw materials.
Here, 'Engpässe' denotes financial constraints or difficulties, indicating a limitation in monetary resources.
Die Firma musste wegen finanzieller Engpässe schließen.
The company had to close due to financial difficulties.
In this example, 'Engpässe' represents bottlenecks or shortages in service availability during a specific period.