lacks
word · lemma: lack
/ˈɫæks/
/lˈæks/
Definition
Is missing something important or needed; does not have enough of something. Used for people, things, or situations.
Usage & Nuances
"Lacks" is the third-person singular form of "lack." Common patterns: "He lacks confidence," "This soup lacks flavor." Do not use "lacks of" (incorrect); use "lack of" as a noun ('a lack of time'). Formal and neutral; not slang.
Spanish: carece de - le faltaPortuguese (BR): carece de - faltaPortuguese (PT): carece de - faltaChinese (Simplified): 缺乏Chinese (Traditional): 缺乏Hindi: की कमी हैArabic: يفتقر إلىBengali: অভাব রয়েছেRussian: не хватаетJapanese: が欠けているVietnamese: thiếuKorean: ~이 부족하다 - ~이 없다Turkish: eksik - yokUrdu: کی کمی ہےIndonesian: kurang - tidak memiliki
Example Sentences
This explanation lacks clarity.
natural
This soup lacks salt.
basic
He lacks confidence when speaking.
basic
My phone lacks some features I need.
natural
She lacks experience for the job.
basic
She’s smart but lacks motivation these days.
natural