1. A situation where there are insufficient workers available to meet the demand for labor in a particular industry, region, or economy
The tech industry is facing a severe workforce shortage due to rapid growth and lack of skilled professionals.
A indústria de tecnologia enfrenta uma grave escassez de mão de obra devido ao rápido crescimento e falta de profissionais qualificados.
2. The condition of having fewer employees than needed to carry out business operations effectively
Many hospitals are struggling with workforce shortages during the pandemic.
Muitos hospitais estão enfrentando escassez de mão de obra durante a pandemia.