員数
also: いんすう · いんず
Meanings
1
number of people or things; count; required quota
A somewhat formal or administrative noun for the counted number of people or items. It can also refer to the required count or quota, especially in staffing, inventory, or logistical contexts.
Before shipping, please check the number of items.
The number of actual participants does not match the list.
Because of the staff shortage, the night shift does not have the required number of people.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉の員数を確認するto check the tally/count of items
I checked the tally of stock in the warehouse.
- 員数が合わないthe count doesn't match up (a discrepancy in the tally)
The inspection revealed a discrepancy in the equipment count.
- 員数が不足するto fall short of the required count
It turned out there was a shortfall in the required count of weapons.
- 員数を点検するto inspect and tally the count
Every month, they inspect and tally the equipment.