na-adjective, noun
shorthanded; undermanned
Describes a situation where there are not enough people to handle the work or task.
今日はスタッフが手薄で、対応が遅れています。
We are shorthanded today, so responses are delayed.
警備が手薄な時間を狙って泥棒が入った。
A burglar broke in when security was undermanned.
na-adjective, noun
insufficient; in short supply; low
Used for stock, money, resources, or anything that is lacking in quantity.
資金が手薄で、新規事業に踏み切れない。
We can't go ahead with the new project because funds are insufficient.
商品の在庫が手薄になってきた。
The stock of goods is running low.