What is the Spanish word for "shortness"?

Learn how to say "shortness" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

shortness

Spanish

falta de aire

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Alternative translations of "shortness"

brevedad
cortedad
escasez
insuficiencia

Examples of how to use "shortness" in Spanish

English
A shortness of breath can be a serious symptom.
Spanish
La falta de aliento puede ser un síntoma grave.
English
She felt shortness of breath after running.
Spanish
Ella sintió falta de aliento después de correr.
English
The shortness of the meeting surprised everyone.
Spanish
La brevedad de la reunión sorprendió a todos.
English
He mentioned shortness during his doctor's visit.
Spanish
Él mencionó la falta de aire durante su visita al médico.
English
Shortness in the essay made the idea unclear.
Spanish
La brevedad en el ensayo hizo que la idea no fuera clara.

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