No. 2,367 in German
mangel
"Deficiency" or "lack."
In a sentence
Der Mangel an sauberem Wasser ist ein großes Problem.
The lack of clean water is a significant problem.
Used as a noun referring to a shortage or deficiency.
Sie hat am Mangel ihrer Arbeit hart gearbeitet, um ihn zu beheben.
She worked hard on the deficiencies in her work to address them.
Used as a noun referring to shortcomings or faults.
Wenn das Gemüse Mangel hat, sollte man die Nährstoffe überprüfen.
If the vegetables show deficiencies, one should check the nutrients.
Used metaphorically as a noun to indicate a deficiency or imperfection.
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