Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Understaffed means there is an insufficient number of workers or staff members available to handle the workload or meet the demands of a particular situation.
Related terms
高工作负荷 (Gāo gōngzuò fùhè) - high workload: It refers to having an excessive amount of work or tasks assigned, often exceeding what can be reasonably handled by the available staff.
缺乏人力资源 (Quēfá rénlì zīyuán) - lack of human resources: This term highlights the absence or scarcity of qualified individuals who can perform necessary tasks and responsibilities.
岗位空缺 (Gǎngwèi kòngquē) - job vacancy: It signifies positions within an organization that are currently unoccupied due to either being unfilled or temporarily vacant.
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