insuficiente
“insuficiente” means “insufficient” in Spanish (not enough in amount or quality).
insufficient
Also: not enough, inadequate
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Tengo dinero insuficiente para comprar ese coche.
A2I have insufficient money to buy that car.
Las pruebas son insuficientes para cerrar el caso.
B1The evidence is insufficient to close the case.
El tiempo disponible fue insuficiente para terminar el examen.
B2The available time was not enough to finish the exam.
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Which of the following is the correct plural form of 'insuficiente'?
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From the Latin 'insufficientis,' which combines 'in-' (meaning 'not') and 'sufficiens' (meaning 'enough' or 'adequate').
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'insuficiente' change if the noun is feminine?
No, 'insuficiente' stays the same for both masculine and feminine nouns (e.g., 'un sueldo insuficiente' and 'una ración insuficiente').
What is the difference between 'no suficiente' and 'insuficiente'?
Both mean 'not enough,' but 'insuficiente' is a single word that sounds slightly more formal and precise.
How do I pluralize 'insuficiente'?
Just add an 's' to get 'insuficientes'. Use this when describing more than one thing (e.g., 'recursos insuficientes').