Korean phrase
~ 부족한가요? ~ pu jo kan ga yo
Meaning
Is there a shortage of ___?
When to use it
This asks whether there is not enough of something. It is a polite way to check whether a needed item or amount is sufficient.
Example dialogue
요리 준비는 다 했는데 재료가 좀 모자라요. yo ri chun bi neun ta haen neun de chae ryo ga chom mo ja ra yo
I've finished all the cooking prep, but we're a little short on ingredients.
재료가 부족한가요? chae ryo ga pu jo kan ga yo
Is there a shortage of ingredients?