Translation guide
Ways to express that something shows or signals an error, problem, or malfunction in Japanese.
To say that a device, system, or signal shows that an error has occurred.
Common compound noun meaning 'error display' or 'error indication'. Used for screens, lights, or messages that show an error.
An error indication appeared on the screen.
Verb phrase meaning 'to indicate an error'. More formal or technical than エラー表示.
This lamp indicates an error.
Means 'to notify of an abnormality'. Used when a system alerts about a problem, not necessarily a specific error code.
Specifically 'malfunction indication' or 'fault display'. Used for hardware failures.
Referring to the actual message or signal that communicates an error.
The sensor indicated an abnormality.
The printer is showing a fault indication.
Standard term for 'error message'.
An error message was displayed.
Means 'warning' or 'alert'. Can be used for error indications that serve as warnings.
The system issued a warning.