Translation guide
The concept of disconnection covers physical separation, ending communication, and abstract lack of connection. Japanese uses different words depending on what is being disconnected and how.
To physically unplug, detach, or sever a connection between objects.
General term for cutting or severing a physical connection, such as cables, ropes, or pipes. Often used in technical contexts.
To detach or remove something that is attached, like a plug or a connector. Implies taking something off or out of a socket.
to unplug (disconnect the plug)
Please disconnect the battery.
To pull out or unplug something from a socket or slot. Commonly used for electrical plugs.
to unplug from the outlet
To end a phone call or lose an internet connection.
To hang up the phone or disconnect a call. Also used for cutting off a connection.
Used for network or line disconnection, often in technical or formal contexts.
Means 'out of service' or 'disconnected' for phone lines. Often used in the phrase '不通になる'.
A feeling of being detached, isolated, or not relating to others.
A feeling of alienation or being left out. Captures the sense of emotional disconnection from a group or society.
He feels a sense of disconnection at work.
Literally 'not feeling a connection'. A natural way to express emotional disconnection.
Lately, I feel disconnected from my friends.
A strong word for severance or rupture, often used for relationships or generational gaps.
To intentionally disconnect from devices, internet, or social media.
Direct translations like '切断' for emotional disconnection sound unnatural. Use '疎外感' or phrases like 'つながりを感じない' instead.
外す (hazusu) is for detaching something attached (like a plug from a socket). 抜く (nuku) is for pulling something out (like a cord from an outlet). 切断 (setsudan) is for cutting or severing a connection (like a cable). Choose based on the action.
There was a sudden disconnection during the call.
I feel a disconnection from my old friends.
インターネット接続が切断された
The internet connection was disconnected.
The phone line went dead/was disconnected.
親子の断絶
disconnection between parent and child