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欠落 (noun, suru-verb)

A state where a necessary part or element is missing or has fallen out. It is used for missing data, gaps in memory, or flaws in an argument.

💬 Example

"この報告書には重要なデータが欠落している。"

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a ladder. One rung has 'FALLEN' (落) out, creating a 'LACK' (欠). That gap is the KETSURAKU.

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
欠如 不足 欠損 漏れ 脱落
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using it for lost physical items like keys. → Kagi o nakushita / funshitsu shita.

Using it for 'not enough time'. → Jikan ga fusoku shite iru / tarinai.

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