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VocabJLPT N3

to be inferior to

Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to be inferior to
2. to be less good at

This verb means to be inferior to or fall short of something or someone else in quality, ability, or degree. It is used in comparisons to indicate that one thing is of a lower standard or lesser quality than another.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My boss was tough — he said the results fell short of expectations.

Sentence 2

Is it normal for your judgment to get worse in the evening than in the morning?

Sentence 3

That curry smells incredible, but the heat is nowhere near as good as last time!

Sentence 4

Do you find your morning focus is weaker than at night?

Sentence 5

I feel like my reaction time is a bit off today compared to yesterday.