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deficiencies

Pronunciation: [dɪˈfɪʃənsiːz]

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Learn how to use deficiencies in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “health”

(noun) deficiencies are when someone does not have enough of something necessary for good health. This can happen when the body lacks important vitamins or minerals needed to stay healthy.

Example

The doctor said that her vitamin D levels were normal, so she does not have any deficiencies.

Example

He suffers from nutritional deficiencies because he does not eat a balanced diet.

Example

What are the signs of vitamin deficiencies in children?

Context: “performance”

(noun) deficiencies can also mean not having enough skills or qualities needed to do something well. It refers to a lack of ability or characteristics that are important for success in an area, like work or school.

Example

The team's training helped address the deficiencies in their performance from last season.

Example

Her report showed several deficiencies in his project that needed improvement.

Example

What deficiencies are most common in students struggling with math?

How to pronounce deficiencies

Pronunciation: [dɪˈfɪʃənsiːz]

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