Indicates falling short of a certain standard, number, or period. Usually used as 'に満たない' (e.g., 'fewer than ten people').
参加者は10人に満たない小規模な会合だった。
The meeting was small, with fewer than ten participants.
予想を下回り、売上は目標に満たなかった。
Sales fell short of expectations and did not reach the target.
この記録は公式記録に満たないため認められなかった。
This record was not recognized because it did not meet the official requirements.