Mangel
lack
Meaning of Mangel
eine Knappheit oder das Nichtvorhandensein von etwas
a shortage or absence of something
Pronunciation
Mangel with English translation
Mangel usage examples
Der Mangel an Schlaf macht mich müde.
Lack of sleep makes me tired.
Der Mangel an Zeit ist ein Problem.
The lack of time is a problem.
Mangel synonyms
What's the difference between Mangel, Fehlen, Knappheit, Engpass, Abwesenheit, Defizit, Armut, and Bedürfnis
General word for the absence of something; neutral and very close to the meaning of "lack".
Emphasizes scarcity or an insufficient amount of resources, things, or time.
Means a bottleneck or temporary constraint that causes shortages or slows a process.
Common word for the absence of a person, object, or phenomenon; neutral and slightly formal in tone.
Suggests a shortfall, deficit, or negative balance; often used in finance, knowledge, or development.
Advanced: broader words
Means poverty as a state of lacking money, possessions, or basic means of living.
Rather means a need or requirement rather than the shortage itself; focuses on what someone needs.
Means a fault or defect; not just a shortage, but something damaged or not working properly.
Means emptiness or the absence of content; can be literal or figurative.
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Questions about this word
What does Mangel mean?
a shortage or absence of something
How do you pronounce Mangel?
Mangel is pronounced [ˈmaŋl̩].
How is Mangel used in a sentence?
Lack of sleep makes me tired. Translation: Der Mangel an Schlaf macht mich müde.
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