Insufficient in Tagalog

Insufficient in Tagalog translates primarily to “kulang” or “hindi sapat” (not enough/inadequate). These terms describe situations where something falls short of requirements or expectations. Understanding the nuances helps you express inadequacy accurately in various contexts from resources to evidence.

[Words] = Insufficient

[Definition]:

• Insufficient /ˌɪnsəˈfɪʃənt/
• Adjective 1: Not enough; inadequate in amount, quantity, or degree to meet a need or requirement.
• Adjective 2: Lacking the necessary quality, ability, or resources; deficient.

[Synonyms] = Kulang, Hindi sapat, Di-sapat, Kapos, Walang-sapat, Kulang-kulang, Di-umabot, Kulang sa.

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The evidence was insufficient to convict the defendant.
Ex1_PH: Ang ebidensya ay kulang upang hatulan ang akusado.

Ex2_EN: Our budget is insufficient to cover all the project costs.
Ex2_PH: Ang aming badyet ay hindi sapat upang takpan ang lahat ng gastos sa proyekto.

Ex3_EN: There was insufficient time to complete the examination.
Ex3_PH: Kulang ang oras upang makumpleto ang pagsusulit.

Ex4_EN: The company has insufficient funds to expand operations.
Ex4_PH: Ang kumpanya ay may kapos na pondo upang palawakin ang operasyon.

Ex5_EN: His explanation was insufficient to satisfy the committee’s concerns.
Ex5_PH: Ang kanyang paliwanag ay hindi sapat upang masiyahan ang mga alalahanin ng komite.