食糧不足
世界中で食糧不足が深刻化している。
Food shortages are becoming severe worldwide.
A situation where there is an insufficient supply of food to meet demand.
干ばつにより、その地域では食糧不足が続いている。
Due to the drought, the region has been facing food shortages.
政府は食糧不足に対処するための緊急計画を発表した。
The government announced an emergency plan to address food shortages.
Often used in news reports, policy discussions, or humanitarian contexts.
Pro Tip
Distinguish from 飢饉 (ききん, 'famine')
食糧不足 refers to a general shortage of food, while 飢饉 specifically indicates a severe, widespread famine often caused by crop failure or natural disasters.
Word Origin
食糧 (しょくりょう, 'food provisions') + 不足 (ぶそく, 'shortage') — a compound noun formed by combining two kanji words.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal contexts such as news articles, academic discussions, or government reports. Avoid using in casual conversation unless referring to global or large-scale food issues.