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弥补不足

míbǔ bùzú
verb phrase★Intermediate— make up for shortcomings
formal

To compensate for or improve upon one's deficiencies or gaps in ability, knowledge, or resources.

公司决定投资新设备以弥补生产线的不足。

The company decided to invest in new equipment to make up for the shortcomings in the production line.

她努力学习,希望能弥补自己在语言上的不足。

She studied hard, hoping to make up for her language deficiencies.

💡

Often used in contexts requiring improvement, such as skills, resources, or conditions.

Collocations

弥补差距bridge the gap弥补损失compensate for losses弥补缺陷fix flaws

Synonyms

补足补充改进提升

Antonyms

忽视放任加剧

Related Phrases

取长补短idiom
learn from others' strengths to offset one's weaknesses
查漏补缺idiom
identify and fill gaps in knowledge or skills

💡Pro Tip

Usage Context

Use 弥补不足 when discussing personal growth, organizational improvements, or addressing gaps in a systematic way. Avoid using it for temporary or minor issues.

⚡Gold Rule

Formal Tone

This phrase is typically used in formal or professional writing and speech. It carries a proactive and constructive tone.

📖Word Origin

弥补 (míbǔ) means 'to make up for' or 'to compensate,' while 不足 (bùzú) means 'shortcoming' or 'deficiency.' The phrase combines these to express the act of addressing a gap or flaw.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in formal or professional contexts to describe efforts to correct weaknesses or inadequacies. Often paired with terms related to skills, resources, or performance.

Word Breakdown

弥补
to make up for; to compensate
verb
+
不足
shortcoming; deficiency
noun
汉英词典

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