shortness
word · lemma: short
Definition
Shortness means the quality of being short. It is also used in medical contexts to describe a lack, such as shortness of breath (difficulty in breathing).
Usage & Nuances
Often used in medical phrases like 'shortness of breath.' As a noun, it's formal and less common in everyday speech except in set expressions. Not typically used for physical height.
Spanish: cortedad - falta (de algo) - dificultad para respirarPortuguese (BR): brevidade - falta (de algo) - falta de arPortuguese (PT): brevidade - falta (de algo) - falta de arChinese (Simplified): 短缺 - 缺乏 - 气短Chinese (Traditional): 短缺 - 缺乏 - 氣短Hindi: कम समय होना - कमी - सांस की कमीArabic: قِصَر - نقص - ضيق في التنفسBengali: স্বল্পতা - স্বল্পতা (শ্বাসের জন্য)Russian: непродолжительность - одышка (медицинское)Japanese: 短さ - 息切れ (医療)Vietnamese: sự ngắn ngủi - khó thở (y học)Korean: 짧음 - 호흡 곤란 (의학적)Turkish: kısalık - nefes darlığı (tıbbi)Urdu: اختصاری - سانس کی کمی (طبی)Indonesian: ketidakpanjangan - sesak napas (medis)
Example Sentences
The shortness of the meeting surprised everyone.
basic
She complained of shortness of breath after running.
basic
His answer showed the shortness of his patience.
basic
If you feel any shortness of breath, you should see a doctor.
natural
The shortness of her speech kept the audience engaged.
natural
Many people ignore shortness of breath until it gets serious.
natural