expression, i-adjective
fall far short; be no match for; be far inferior
Used to say that someone or something is vastly inferior or cannot compare to another. Often followed by 〜に or 〜には.
彼の実力はプロには遠く及ばない。
His ability is nowhere near that of a professional.
この製品は品質で競合他社
This product falls far short of competitors in quality.