quē ㄑㄩㄝ kyut3 HSK 3 高階級 · Level 4

  • deficiency
  • lack
  • scarce
  • vacant post
  • to run short of

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 缺 (1 of 1) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 我缺钱。 I am short of money.
  • 燃料短缺。 There was a shortage of fuel.
  • 湯姆缺席。 Tom is absent.
  • 她缺课了。 She was absent from class.
  • 他缺乏勇氣。 He is wanting in courage.

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